Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986) vs Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia Asha 230 vs Lenovo Z2 Plus phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/21/2018 9:55 PM, updated: 10/1/2024 10:19 PM

Compare Lenovo Z2 Plus X Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986) 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.8"
TFT

240x320

1.2
MP

64MB
RAM

Dual-core

1020
mAh

(Removable)

34Points Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB) Compare Nokia Asha 230 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
LTPS

1080x1920

13
MP

8mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3500
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 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!

4 Advantages Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	vs	34 Advantages Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+89 grams (3.12 ounces)67% Lighter	vs	149 grams (5.22 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)	vs	+2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core192% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
64MB LPDDR	vs	+3GB LPDDR447 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64MB	vs	+32GB (21GB available)335 times More internal storage for applications and files
13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)	vs	+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)55% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+LTPS LCDAdvantage LTPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixels	vs	+1080x1920 pixels26 times Higher resolution screen
143 PPI	vs	+441 PPI2 times Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.8"	vs	+5"79% Larger screen
(back) 1.2MP	vs	+(back) 13MP9 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.8 (aperture)	vs	+f/2.2 (aperture)27% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supported	vs	+(front) 8MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)107 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
1000 apps (Nokia Store)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times More apps available to download and use
2G EDGE	vs	+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps1270 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+PedometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+UV radiationAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1020 mAh	vs	+3500 mAh2 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
3.0 + A2DP	vs	+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
HTML, XHTML	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet

11 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Proximity sensor

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

+4 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Other model names	Nokia Asha 230 Dual-SIM RM-986	Lenovo ZUK Z2132 3GB RAM, Lenovo Z2132
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Europe), India
Brand	Nokia	Lenovo
Release date	2/24/2014	6/1/2016
Depth	13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)	8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)	58.6 x 99.5 millimeters (2.31 x 3.92 in)	68.9 x 141.7 millimeters (2.71 x 5.58 in)
Weight	89 grams (3.12 ounces)	149 grams (5.22 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	LTPS LCD
Screen size	2.8" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~41.6% (screen-to-body ratio)	~70.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels (4:3)	1080x1920 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	143 PPI	441 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
System version	Nokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.1	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware update	Nokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.4	Android 7.0 Nougat
User Interface	Series 40 Theme v2.0 UI	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play (MSM8225) (45nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Dual-core)	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 203 (320MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 530 624Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
RAM memory	64MB LPDDR	3GB LPDDR4
Internal storage	64MB eMMC 4.41	32GB (21GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.236 Mbps	300/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat6 850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,7,8) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Back camera (main camera)	1.2 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	1280x960 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240) 25 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.8 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.6" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.34µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	8 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.4µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AAC	MP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	4.1 + A2DP
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Pedometer Proximity sensor UV radiation
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5C	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1020 mAh	3500 mAh
Charger, watts	5W Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	11 hours	feature not registered
Standby	500 hours (20.8 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Bright Red, Yellow, Bright Green, White, Cyan Nokia Glance Java framework	• Colors: Titanium Black, Ceramic White • Aluminum frame • Back glass • ZUI 2.5 • Always-on display • Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min • Quick Charge 3.0 • 24-bit/192kHz audio
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Lenovo Z2 Plus (Z2132 32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.07W/kg (head), 0.77W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.67W/kg (head), 0.59W/kg (body)	feature not registered