Nokia
Nokia 2.1
RM 300.00
Price last checked: 6 Jan 2020. Confirm current price before buying.
This one's built for basics, not multitasking. The Snapdragon 425 chipset and just 1 GB RAM mean you're looking at light apps, calls, and messaging rather than heavy gaming; the 8 GB storage is tight too, though a microSD slot lets you add up to 128 GB. The 5.5-inch IPS LCD runs at 720 x 1280, fine for everyday viewing but nothing sharp by today's standards. It runs Android 8.1 Oreo Go edition, part of Android One, which is designed to run smoother on this kind of low-end hardware.
Battery life is the standout here. A 4000 mAh cell is generous for a phone this size and price, so multi-day use isn't a stretch if you're not pushing it hard. The 8 MP rear camera with LED flash and 5 MP front camera cover basic photo needs without any pretense of flagship quality.
Nokia 2.1 price in Malaysia starts from RM300, positioning it as an entry-level pick for anyone who wants a reliable, no-frills phone with battery life that outlasts pricier alternatives.
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Full Specifications
| Release | |
|---|---|
| Release Status | Release 2018, May |
| Performance | |
| Processor | Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 |
| GPU | Adreno 308 |
| RAM & Storage | 8 GB, 1 GB RAM |
| External Storage | microSD, up to 128 GB (dedicated slot) |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition); Android One |
| Battery | Non-removable Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery |
| Screen | |
| Display size | 5.5 inches, 83.4 cm2 (~70.0% screen-to-body ratio) 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density) |
| Display type | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Multitouch | Yes |
| Body | |
| Dimension | 153.6 x 77.6 x 9.7 mm |
| Weight | 174 g (6.14 oz) |
| Body Type | Aluminum frame, plastic back |
| Colors | Blue/Copper, Blue/Silver, Grey/Silver |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Data Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| Wifi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, LE |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio |
| Sensors | |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
| Camera & Video | |
| Rear Camera | 8 MP, autofocus, LED flash |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
| Features | Geo-tagging, touch focus |
| Audio | |
| Loud Speaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Sound Jack | Yes |
| Sound Type | Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Nokia 2.1 support 5G?
Based on its listed network specs (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps), the Nokia 2.1 does not support 5G.
How much RAM and storage does the Nokia 2.1 have?
The Nokia 2.1 comes with 8 GB, 1 GB RAM.
What's the battery capacity of the Nokia 2.1?
The Nokia 2.1 has a Non-removable Li-Ion 4000 mAh battery battery.
Is the Nokia 2.1 still available in Malaysia?
Yes, the Nokia 2.1 is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Release 2018, May).