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Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900) vs Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)

Side by side comparison between Nokia Asha 501 vs Xiaomi Poco M5s phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Poco M5s X Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900) 03Points
3"
TFT

240x320

3.1
MP
64MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

vs
34Points Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB) Compare Nokia Asha 501 X
6.43"
AMOLED

1080x2400

64
MP

13mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)

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Asha 501 (RM-900)} 3 Advantages Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900) vs Poco M5s (64GB)} 34 Advantages Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
+98 grams (3.43 ounces)83%
Lighter
vs179 grams (6.27 ounces)
+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsVirtual proximity sensor
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
64MBvs+4GB LPDDR4X63 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
128MBvs+64GB (45GB available)359 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)vs+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)46%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels33 times
Higher resolution screen
133 PPIvs+409 PPI2 times
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"vs+6.43"114%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(quad camera) 64MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP23 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)56%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supportedvs+(front) 13MPAdvantage
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 EDGEvs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps1270 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAhvs+5000 mAh3 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
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+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
3.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
HTML, XHTMLvs+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
Not supportedvs+IP53 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

7 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
3.5mm jack
FM
MicroUSB 2.0 / USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
+ specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
ModelAsha 501 (RM-900)Poco M5s (64GB)
Other model namesNokia Asha 501 RM-899, Nokia Asha 501 RM-900POCO M5s 4G
Country or region availablefeature not registered(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandNokiaXiaomi
Release date6/1/20139/5/2022, Announced: 9/1/2022
Depth12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)58 x 99.2 millimeters (2.28 x 3.91 in)74.5 x 160.46 millimeters (2.93 x 6.32 in)
Weight98 grams (3.43 ounces)179 grams (6.27 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP53 certified: protection against dust and splashing

📲 Display

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
Display typeTFT LCDAMOLED
Screen size3" inches6.43" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~48.4% (screen-to-body ratio)~83.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x320 pixels1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 2-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)133 PPI409 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 3
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registered450nits[typ], 1100nits[peak]
DCI-P3

🤖 Operating System

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
System versionNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.0Android 12
Firmware updateNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.4feature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredMIUI 13

⚙️ Processor

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
Chipset32bit64bit: MediaTek Helio G95 (MT6785V) (12nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.05GHz ARM Cortex-A76 (Dual-core)
6x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredARM Mali-G76 MC4 (900MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
RAM memory64MB4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage128MB64GB (45GB available)
UFS 2.2
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.236 Mbps300/150 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandDual-Band 900/1800Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM RM-899: 900/1800 - RM-900: 850/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat6 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat6 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels(quad camera)
64 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.2118°1/4"1.12µm
2MP macro f/2.4
2MP depth f/2.4
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels10120x6328 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240) 15 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.8 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered26mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.97" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered0.7µm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@120fps
720p@960fps

📸 Front camera

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported13 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.06" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound with dual speakers
24-bit/192kHz
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth3.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedSupported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Virtual proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-4U
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1200 mAh5000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging33W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy17 hours36 hours (1.5 days)
Standby1152 hours (48 days)720 hours (30 days)

➕ Other features

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Red, Green, Cyan, Yellow
• 4GB microSD card included
• Facebook and Twitter
• Java framework
• Colors: Black, White, Blue
• Protective case included

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Xiaomi Poco M5s (64GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1W/kg (head), 0.62W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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