Nokia C5-05
The Nokia C5-05 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Symbian 9.4ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.2" · 105.8 x 51 x 13.8 mm, 65 cc (4.17 x 2.01 x 0.54 in)
RAM128MB
Storage40MB
Main Camera2 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓128GB 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 1,000 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗2 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, October. Released 2011, December
⚙️ Performance
OS
Symbian 9.4, Series 60 rel. 5
RAM
128MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
229 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT resistive touchscreen, 16M colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,000 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery (Bl-4U)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
93g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
105.8 x 51 x 13.8 mm, 65 cc (4.17 x 2.01 x 0.54 in)
Colors
Black/Aluminium grey, Black Lilac, White Lilac, White/Graphite grey
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Nokia C5-05 does not support 5G — it supports GSM.
Yes, the Nokia C5-05 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The Nokia C5-05 SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the Nokia C5-05 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Nokia C5-05 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Nokia C5-05 supports No.
The Nokia C5-05 has 2.1, A2DP, EDR.
