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Nokia 5230 (RM-588) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)

Side by side comparison between Nokia 5230 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime X Nokia 5230 (RM-588) 02Points
Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.2"
TFT

360x640

2
MP
128MB
RAM

Single-core

1320
mAh

(Removable)

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34Points Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB) Compare Nokia 5230 X
Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
5.5"
IPS

720x1280

13
MP

16mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

3080
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

5230 (RM-588)} 2 Advantages Nokia 5230 (RM-588) vs Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)} 34 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
+115 grams (4.03 ounces)33%
Lighter		vs153 grams (5.36 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily		vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
434MHz 32bit Single-corevs+1.4GHz 64bit Octa-core5 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MB SDRAMvs+3GB LPDDR323 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
256MB (70MB available)vs+32GB (22GB available)321 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 16GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
15.5 millimeters (0.61 inches)vs+7.7 millimeters (0.3 inches)101%
Thinner
Plastic bodyvs+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT LCDvs+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
360x640 pixelsvs+720x1280 pixels3 times
Higher resolution screen
229 PPIvs+267 PPI17%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"vs+5.5"72%
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(back) 13MP6 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage
The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 16MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
VGA (640x480)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)6 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use
3G HSDPAvs+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps41 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Resistivevs+CapacitiveAdvantage
Better touchscreen. The capacitive screen is much more sensitive.
Singlevs+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1320 mAhvs+3080 mAh133%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)		vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
2.0 + A2DPvs+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster
WAP, HTML, Flash playervs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
10 Common items in both devices
16 million
Only digital zoom
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
3.5mm jack
+3 specs and more in the table below

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πŸ“± Model features

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Model5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Other model namesNokia 5230-2, Nokia RM-588ηΊ’η±³Note 5A ι«˜ι…η‰ˆ, Redmi Note 5A-S Prime MDG6S, MDE6S, MDT6S
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)		China
China
BrandNokiaXiaomi
Release date11/10/2009, Announced: 8/10/20098/1/2017
Depth15.5 millimeters (0.61 inches)7.7 millimeters (0.3 inches)
Size (width x height)51.7 x 111 millimeters (2.04 x 4.37 in)76.2 x 153 millimeters (3 x 6.02 in)
Weight115 grams (4.03 ounces)153 grams (5.36 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic bodyAluminum body, glass front, plastic back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

πŸ“² Display

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size3.2" inches5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~49.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~71.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution360x640 pixels (16:9)720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenResistive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)229 PPI267 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedfeature not registered

πŸ€– Operating System

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
System versionSymbian 9.4 S60 5th Edition Symbian^1Android 7.1.1 Nougat
Firmware updatefeature not registeredfeature not registered
User InterfaceSeries 60 UIfeature not registered

βš™οΈ Processor

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Chipset32bit: ARM 1136JF-S64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 MSM8940 (28nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 434MHz ARM11 (Single-core)		Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
4x 1.1GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 505
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

πŸ’½ Memory and storage

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
RAM memory128MB SDRAM3GB LPDDR3
Internal storage256MB (70MB available)
Flash (EEPROM)		32GB (22GB available)
External storageUntil 16GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)		Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

πŸ“Ά Mobile networks

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3.6 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat4 850/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,5,7,8)
TD-LTE 2000/1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 34,38,39,40,41)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPAGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

πŸ“· Camera

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels13 megapixels
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)VGA (640x480) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash on both cameras
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

πŸ“Έ Front camera

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported16 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedLED
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

πŸ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFM (RDS)FM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, WMV, H.264, H.263MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, MKV, XviD
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC

πŸ”Œ Connectivity

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth2.0 + A2DP4.2 + A2DP
WiFiNot supported802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

πŸ”‹ Battery

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5J		Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1320 mAh3080 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy4.3 hours32 hours (1.3 days)
Standby458 hours (19.1 days)240 hours (10 days)

βž• Other features

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserWAP, HTML, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousβ€’ Colors: Black, White
β€’ 4GB microSD included
β€’ Handwriting recognition on screen
β€’ Nokia Maps 3.0
β€’ Java framework		β€’ Colors: Gold, Dark Grey, Silver, Rose Gold
β€’ 2.5D glass screen
β€’ 450-nits brightness
β€’ MIUI 9.0

☒️ Radiation rate

Nokia 5230 (RM-588)Redmi Note 5A Prime (32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.01W/kg (head), 0.91W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)1.08W/kg (head)feature not registered
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