Nokia Asha 230
The Nokia Asha 230 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Nokia Asha software platform 1.1.1ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size2.8" · 99.5 x 58.6 x 13.2 mm, 66.1 cc (3.92 x 2.31 x 0.52 in)
RAM64MB
Storage64MB
Main Camera3 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓64GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 89.3g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,020 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗3 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 143 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotographyMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, February. Released 2014, February
Also Known As
Aso known as Nokia Asha 230 Dual SIM RM-986 with dual-SIM card slots
⚙️ Performance
OS
Nokia Asha software platform 1.1.1, upgradable to 1.4
RAM
64MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
143 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT, 256K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
3 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,020 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1020 mAh, removable (BL-5C)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
89.3g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
99.5 x 58.6 x 13.2 mm, 66.1 cc (3.92 x 2.31 x 0.52 in)
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Colors
Bright Red, Yellow, Bright Green, White, Cyan, Black
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - RM-987
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Nokia Asha 230 does not support 5G — it supports GSM.
No, the Nokia Asha 230 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Nokia Asha 230 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Nokia Asha 230 supports dual SIM (Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Yes, the Nokia Asha 230 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Nokia Asha 230 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Nokia Asha 230 supports No.
The Nokia Asha 230 has 3.0, A2DP.
