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Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530RAM capacity:6 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:5.99 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP

Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB)
6.1/10

Overall score

Score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Score components

90%

5.9

Technical score

10%

7.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 76% of smartphones
6.6

Value for money

Value for money
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.0

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.5

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

â–¼Worse than 77%
7.5

User score

User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 82%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

25%

5.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

6.2

Display

15%

5.0

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

6.7

Connectivity

4%

4.5

Audio

3%

7.3

Design

5.9
User score
User score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 56% of models
Popularity:
Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 6.1 points, which is higher than 55.6% of smartphones.
6.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

6.1

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

6.6
Brand name
Nokia
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor which is faster than processors in 52.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.9% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
6 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 6 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.8% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.8 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 64.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
This smartphone runs Android version Android 9 Pie which is older than that found in 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 2.6% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP which is lower than that of 94.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 which is narrower than that of 71.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
18.8 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 18.8 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 90.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.25 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.25 µm which is larger than in 91.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.7% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5.99 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.99 inches which is smaller than the screens of 95.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2880 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2880 px which is higher than that of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
538 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 538 ppi which is higher than that of 98.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
3,320 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,320 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
155 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 155 mm which is shorter than 91% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
75 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75 mm which is narrower than 68.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8 mm which is thinner than 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.9% of smartphones.
Weight
172 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 172 g which is lighter than 92.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
93,000 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 93,000 cm³ which is smaller than 64.5% of smartphones.
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Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.45 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.3 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.25 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 36.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (538 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    538 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.8 GHz & 4x1.77 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.8 GHz & 4x1.77 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (1536 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    1,536 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 16.8% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • 0.45 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.3 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.25 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.0 vs 2.0
  • Supports ANT+
    This smartphone supports ANT+ technology, the average smartphone does not. 6% of smartphones are ANT+ compatible.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 36.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (538 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    538 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 12.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (172 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    172 g vs 196.2 g
  • 8.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (155 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    155 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • 1 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (75 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    75 mm vs 76 mm
  • 0.3 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (8 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    8 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 41.3% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (18.8 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    18.8 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 33.6% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3320 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,320 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 0.68 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.99 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 11.7% worse value for money
    Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.57 vs 7.3).
    6.57 vs 7.34
  • 2.04x more expensive
    Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • 6.1% lower user score
    User score
    7.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Nokia 9 PureView
    the average smartphone
    Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.54 vs 8.000).
    7.54 vs 8
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 25.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (710 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    710 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 42.4% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (543 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    543 vs 942
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 8 GB
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 54.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,420 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,420 vs 3,115
  • 62.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,420 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,420 vs 3,825
  • 58.7% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (506 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    506 vs 1,226
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 41.3% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (18.8 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    18.8 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 29.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (85 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    85 vs 120
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.68 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.99 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 166.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (727 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    727 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • 273 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (727 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    727 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 33.6% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3320 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,320 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (79 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    79 vs 99.5
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 50% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (10 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    10 W vs 20 W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 5 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2019 vs 2024). 5.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    March 2019
    2019 vs 2024

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10/05/2019
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What we like about Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB)

  • Unique five-camera array capable of capturing high-detail RAW images and excellent dynamic range
  • Vibrant 5.99-inch pOLED QHD+ display with high color accuracy and brightness
  • Clean, bloatware-free Android One software with guaranteed regular security updates
  • Premium design featuring a flush camera module (no bump) and high-quality glass and metal build
  • Advanced depth-sensing technology allowing for post-shot refocusing across 1,200 layers
  • Native integration with Adobe Lightroom for seamless RAW photo editing

What we don't like about Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB)

  • Extremely slow image processing, often taking 10 seconds or more to save a single shot
  • Highly unreliable and frustrating in-display fingerprint sensor
  • Middling battery life that often struggles to last through a full day of heavy camera use
  • Camera app is prone to lagging, freezing, or crashing under heavy load
  • Lack of camera versatility, missing common features like dedicated wide-angle or telephoto lenses
  • Hardware limitations, including an outdated processor at launch and no microSD card slot for storage expansion

Verdict

The Nokia 9 PureView (6GB + 128GB) is an innovative, photography-focused smartphone featuring a unique rear penta-camera system with five 12MP ZEISS lenses (two RGB, three monochrome) that shoot simultaneously to capture exceptional depth and dynamic range data for detailed RAW photo editing. Key specs include a 5.99-inch QHD+ pOLED display with HDR10 support, a Snapdragon 845 processor, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of non-expandable storage, a 3,320mAh battery with 18W wired and 10W wireless charging, and an IP67 water-resistant aluminum and glass design. Pros are its clean Android One software with guaranteed updates (though Android 11 was canceled), stunning image detail in good light (especially in RAW format), and in-display depth editing capabilities. Cons include a slow and unreliable in-display fingerprint sensor, slow image processing times, lack of optical image stabilization (OIS) which hurts low-light photos, no telephoto or ultra-wide lenses, and performance issues resulting from the dated processor struggling with the heavy camera workload.

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