Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5)
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 8.1 (Oreo)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.86" · 149.5 x 72 x 8.1 mm (5.89 x 2.83 x 0.32 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm)
RAM3GB | 4GB | 6GB
Storage32GB | 64GB
Main Camera13 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5.86" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 160g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,060 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, July 18. Released 2018, December 05
Also Known As
Versions: Nokia 5.1 Plus (Global); Nokia X5 (China)
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53) - Global Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) - China
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One
RAM
3GB | 4GB | 6GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
287 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,060 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3060 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
160g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
149.5 x 72 x 8.1 mm (5.89 x 2.83 x 0.32 in)
Build
Glass front, glass back, plastic frame
Colors
Night black, Glacier white, Baltic sea blue
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) does not have NFC.
Yes, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One.
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia X5) has 4.2, A2DP, LE.
