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Nokia 8.1
Nokia 8.1 Price
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Full Specifications
Display
| Type | IPS LCD, HDR10 |
| Size | 6.18 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~408 ppi density) |
| Protection | NEG (some sources mention Corning Gorilla Glass 3) |
| Features | PureDisplay, 500 nits brightness, 96% NTSC Color gamut, DCI-P3, 1500:1 Contrast ratio |
Platform
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, Android One |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x 2.2 GHz Kryo 360 Gold & 6x 1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 616 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC, up to 400GB (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Dual | 12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS (Zeiss optics) + 13 MP, f/2.2 (depth sensor) |
| Features | Zeiss optics, OIS, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, AI scene detection, AI portrait mode |
| Video | 2160p@30fps (4K) |
Selfie Camera
| Single | 20 MP, f/2.0 |
| Features | Pixel binding (4-in-1 pixel binning for 1.8µm large pixels), AI beauty, AI portrait Mode, 6 AI studio lights, AI expressions, dual-view mode |
| Video | 1080p (assumed, not explicitly stated in snippets) |
Battery
| Type | Li-Po 3500 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | 18W fast charging |
Body
| Dimensions | 154.8 x 75.76 x 7.97 mm |
| Weight | 178 g |
| Build | Glass front, glass back, 6000-series aluminum frame |
| SIM | Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS (BeiDou) |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | FM Radio (headset required) |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go |
Launch
| Announced | 2018, December 5 |
| Status | Available. Released 2018, December 21 (initial rollout mid-December, Europe January 2019) |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Clean Android One experience with timely updates
- Good performance for a mid-range device (Snapdragon 710)
- Excellent camera with Zeiss optics and OIS
- Premium build quality and design
- Bright HDR10 display
- Solid battery life
- Includes 3.5mm headphone jack
- NFC support
Cons
- No wireless charging
- Not water resistant
- LCD display instead of AMOLED
- Hybrid SIM slot (sacrifices second SIM for microSD)
- Limited LTE band support for international travel
- Camera bump
In The Box & Warranty
- Nokia 8.1 smartphone
- 18W Fast Charger
- USB-C Cable
- Stereo Earbuds/Headphones
- SIM Ejector Tool
- Quick Start Guide/Paperwork
Nokia smartphones typically come with a Manufacturer's Limited Warranty of 12 months, covering hardware components as originally supplied.
Questions & Answers
What are the Nokia 8.1's headline specifications?
The Nokia 8.1 has a display of 6.18" IPS LCD, HDR10 PureDisplay, chipset of Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, main camera of 12MP (OIS, Zeiss) + 13MP (Depth) Dual Camera, battery of 3500 mAh with 18W Fast Charging.
What's the Nokia 8.1's release date?
The Nokia 8.1 was released on December 2018.
How much should I expect to pay for the Nokia 8.1?
The Nokia 8.1 starts at $89 at the lowest verified shop we track; see the price list on this page for more options.
Is the Nokia 8.1 a good phone?
We rate the Nokia 8.1 8/10. The Nokia 8.1 offers a compelling package with its strong performance, excellent camera, and commitment to software updates through Android One, making it a highly competitive mid-range option.