Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM
The Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · 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" · 100.3 x 58.1 x 12.8 mm, 70.9 cc (3.95 x 2.29 x 0.50 in)
RAM64MB
Storage64MB
Main Camera2 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓64GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 101.3g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,200 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗2 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
2013, October. Released 2013, December
⚙️ Performance
OS
Nokia Asha software platform 1.1.1
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
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,200 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1200 mAh, removable (BL-4U)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
101.3g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
100.3 x 58.1 x 12.8 mm, 70.9 cc (3.95 x 2.29 x 0.50 in)
SIM
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Colors
Bright Red, Bright Green, Cyan, Yellow, White and Black
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM does not support 5G — it supports GSM.
No, the Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM does not have NFC.
Yes, the Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)).
Yes, the Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM uses microUSB 2.0.
The Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The Nokia Asha 500 Dual SIM has 3.0, A2DP.
