Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) The Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 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
Size 5.8" · 147.2 x 71 x 8 mm (5.80 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
RAM 4GB | 6GB
Storage 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 16 MP · Dual-LED dual-tone flash
⚖️ Compare With
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Sharp 432 PPI screen
✓ 5.8" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 151g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,060 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, July 23. Released 2018, August 21
Also Known As
Versions: Nokia 6.1 Plus (Global); Nokia X6 (China)
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
OS
Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One
RAM
4GB | 6GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
432 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
16 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,060 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3060 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
151g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
147.2 x 71 x 8 mm (5.80 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
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
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) support 5G?› No, the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) have NFC?› No, the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) does not have NFC.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) support wireless charging?› No, the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3).
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) have expandable storage?› Yes, the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) support dual SIM?› The Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) ship with?› The Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) ships with Android 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One.
What type of USB port does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) use?› The Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) support Wi-Fi 7?› The Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Nokia 6.1 Plus (Nokia X6) has 5.0, A2DP, LE.
