Nokia Asha 503
The Nokia Asha 503 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Lower-mid-range · Nokia Asha software platform 1.2ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3" · 102.6 x 60.6 x 12.7 mm (4.04 x 2.39 x 0.5 in)
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 110.2g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,200 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 133 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotographyMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2013, October. Released 2013, November
⚙️ Performance
OS
Nokia Asha software platform 1.2
💻 Display
Sharpness
133 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT, 256K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 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
110.2g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
102.6 x 60.6 x 12.7 mm (4.04 x 2.39 x 0.5 in)
Colors
Yellow, black, green, red, blue, white
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Nokia Asha 503 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Nokia Asha 503 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Nokia Asha 503 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The Nokia Asha 503 SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the Nokia Asha 503 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Nokia Asha 503 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Nokia Asha 503 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The Nokia Asha 503 has 3.0, A2DP.
