Nokia 5.3 The Nokia 5.3 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SM6125 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2020).
2020 · Lower-mid-range · Android 10 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 6.55" · 164.3 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm (6.47 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SM6125 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm)
RAM 3GB | 4GB | 6GB
Storage 128GB | 64GB
Main Camera 13 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
Nokia 5.3 vs Nokia 6.2 Nokia 5.3 vs Nokia G300 Nokia 5.3 vs Nokia 3.4 Nokia 5.3 vs Nokia G10 Nokia 5.3 vs Nokia C30 Nokia 5.3 vs Nokia 4.2
✓︎ Pros
✓ 6.55" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm SM6125 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2020, March 19. Released 2020, April 02
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6125 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
OS
Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, Android One
RAM
3GB | 4GB | 6GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
268 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD, 450 nits (typ)
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
📱 Design & Build
Weight
185g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
164.3 x 76.6 x 8.5 mm (6.47 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
📶 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 - Global
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Nokia 5.3 support 5G?› No, the Nokia 5.3 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Nokia 5.3 have NFC?› Yes, the Nokia 5.3 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Nokia 5.3 support wireless charging?› No, the Nokia 5.3 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Nokia 5.3 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
Does the Nokia 5.3 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Nokia 5.3 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Nokia 5.3 support dual SIM?› The Nokia 5.3 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Nokia 5.3 have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Nokia 5.3 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Nokia 5.3 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Nokia 5.3 ship with?› The Nokia 5.3 ships with Android 10, upgradable to Android 11, Android One.
What type of USB port does the Nokia 5.3 use?› The Nokia 5.3 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the Nokia 5.3 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Nokia 5.3 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Nokia 5.3 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Nokia 5.3 has 4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX.
