Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) vs Apple iPhone 5S (16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia Lumia 530 vs Apple iPhone 5S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/30/2014 2:16 PM, updated: 9/27/2024 10:27 AM

Compare Apple iPhone 5S X Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
TFT

480x854

5
MP

512MB
RAM

Quad-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

31Points Apple iPhone 5S (16GB) Compare Nokia Lumia 530 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
IPS

640x1136

8
MP

1.2mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1560
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone 5S (16GB)

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4 Advantages Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	vs	31 Advantages Apple iPhone 5S (16GB)
+eMMC 4.5Advantage Fastest write and read storage.	vs	eMMC
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)	vs	+1.3GHz 64bit Dual-core (28nm)11% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR2	vs	+1GB LPDDR3100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2.5GB available)	vs	+16GB (13GB available)4 times More internal storage for applications and files
129 grams (4.52 ounces)	vs	+112 grams (3.92 ounces)15% Lighter
11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)	vs	+7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)54% Thinner
Plastic body, glass front	vs	+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage More resistant material
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
480x854 pixels	vs	+640x1136 pixels77% Higher resolution screen
245 PPI	vs	+326 PPI33% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 8MP59% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+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	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
1/4" inches	vs	+1/3" inches33% The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
f/2.4 (aperture)	vs	+f/2.2 (aperture)9% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supported	vs	+(front) 1.2MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
FWVGA (854x480)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)4 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
700000 apps (Marketplace)	vs	+2300000 apps (App Store)2 times More apps available to download and use
3G+ HSPA+	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps4 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 sensor (front-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1430 mAh	vs	+1560 mAh9% 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	+Proprietary TV-outAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

16 Common items in both devices

60Hz

16 million

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

+9 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Other model names	Nokia Lumia 530 Single-SIM RM-1017, Nokia Rock	Apple iPhone 5S A1453, A1457, A1530, A1533
Country or region available	(Europe), Canada, USA, Mexico	(Global, International)
Brand	Nokia	Apple
Release date	8/1/2014, Announced: 7/1/2014	9/20/2013, Announced: 9/10/2013
Depth	11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)	7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)
Size (width x height)	62.3 x 119.7 millimeters (2.45 x 4.71 in)	58.6 x 123.8 millimeters (2.31 x 4.87 in)
Weight	129 grams (4.52 ounces)	112 grams (3.92 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Aluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
Screen size	4" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~59.1% (screen-to-body ratio)	~60.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x854 pixels (16:9)	640x1136 pixels (16:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 5-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	245 PPI	326 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
System version	Windows Phone 8.1	iOS 7.0
Firmware update	feature not registered	iOS 12
User Interface	Denim UI	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8212) (28nm)	64bit: Apple A7 (APL0698) (28nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.3GHz Cyclone (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)	PowerVR G6430 (4-core, 400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	Basemark X: 14341
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
RAM memory	512MB LPDDR2	1GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	4GB (2.5GB available) eMMC 4.5	16GB (13GB available) eMMC
External storage	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	21/5.76 Mbps	100/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	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 800/1700/1900/2100, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 900/2100 America version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	A1453/A1533 GSM model: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 A1453/A1533 CDMA model: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO A1457/A1530 model: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat3 A1453 model: LTE 700/800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,8,13,17,18,19,20,25,26) A1533 model: LTE 700/800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,8,13,17,19,20,25) A1457 model: LTE 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,20) A1530 model: LTE 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,20) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2600 (Bands 38,39,40)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	FWVGA (854x480) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	29mm (lens)
Sensor size	1/4" inches	1/3" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.5µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	1.2 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	1280x960 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	31mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones	2 microphones
Radio	FM	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MPEG4, H.264, MOV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, AAC, eAAC, M4A
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5J	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1430 mAh	1560 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	10 hours	10 hours
Standby	528 hours (22 days)	250 hours (10.4 days)
➕ Other features
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	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, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Orange, Green, White, Dark grey • Internet Explorer 11 • OneDrive 15GB • Skype, Viber, WhatsApp	• Colors: Black, White, Gold • Touch ID • Oleophobic coating • Simultaneous HD video and image recording • FaceTime • Siri natural language • AirDrop file sharing • iCloud cloud service • WiFi hotspot
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)	iPhone 5S (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.12W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	1W/kg (head), 0.8W/kg (body)