Nokia 500
The Nokia 500 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Symbian Annaⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.2" · 111.3 x 53.8 x 14.1 mm, 73 cc (4.38 x 2.12 x 0.56 in)
RAM256MB
Storage2GB
Main Camera5 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓256GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 93g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,110 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 229 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2011, August. Released 2011, September
⚙️ Performance
OS
Symbian Anna, upgradable to Nokia Belle OS
RAM
256MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
229 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,110 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1110 mAh battery (BL-4U)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
93g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
111.3 x 53.8 x 14.1 mm, 73 cc (4.38 x 2.12 x 0.56 in)
Colors
Black/White with covers in Black, Azure Blue, Coral Red, Purple, Khaki, Orange, Green, Pink, Silver
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Nokia 500 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the Nokia 500 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The Nokia 500 SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the Nokia 500 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Nokia 500 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Nokia 500 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g.
The Nokia 500 has 2.1, A2DP, EDR.
