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Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:4.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:41 MP

Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) 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 Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB)
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 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 89% of models
Score components

90%

5.4

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 89% of smartphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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 78% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

4.4

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

4.8

Software

10%

6.0

Connectivity

4%

5.1

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

â–¼Worse than 90%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 78%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 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 90% of models
Score components:

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.4

Camera

15%

4.4

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

4.8

Software

10%

6.0

Connectivity

4%

5.1

Audio

3%

7.0

Design

5.4
User score
User score
7.7/ 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 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 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 65% of models
Popularity:
Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) has a popularity of 7 points, which is higher than 65.1% of smartphones.
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.0
Brand name
Nokia
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 processor model which is slower than processors in 99.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 98.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
1.5 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 1.5 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 99.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Windows
This smartphone uses the Windows operating system. 0% of smartphones use a different operating system.
Windows Phone 8
Android version
N/A
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use 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
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
41 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 41 MP which is lower than that of 82.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 96.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
51.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 51.4 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 82.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% 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
4.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 4.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 99.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.1% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
768x 1280 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 768x1280 px which is lower than that of 98.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
334 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 334 ppi which is lower than that of 76.8% 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
2000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 2000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 99.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
?
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support 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
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes 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
130.4 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 130.4 mm which is shorter than 99.7% of smartphones.
Width
71.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.4 mm which is narrower than 95.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
10.4 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 10.4 mm which is thicker than 89.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Weight
158 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 158 g which is lighter than 97.4% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
92,300 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 92,300 cm³ which is smaller than 65.8% of smartphones.
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Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 60.6% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (51.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    51.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 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.
  • 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 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 3.25x cheaper
    Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 29.1% more popular
    Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.02 vs 5.4).
    7.02 vs 5.44
  • 60.6% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (51.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    51.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 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 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 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.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 19.5% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (158 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    158 g vs 196.2 g
  • 33.2 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (130.4 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    130.4 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.6 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 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/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 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
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 4.67x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (28 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    28 nm vs 6 nm
  • 57.9% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (400 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    400 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 6 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (2 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 8 GB
  • 5.3% worse value for money
    Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.97 vs 7.3).
    6.97 vs 7.34
  • 4% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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 Lumia 1020
    the average smartphone
    Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.70 vs 8.000).
    7.7 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4.67x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (28 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    28 nm vs 6 nm
  • 57.9% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (400 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    400 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 6 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (2 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 8 GB
  • 85.7% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (2 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 14 GB
  • 37.5% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (1.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    1.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 81.8% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (500 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    500 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Lacks big.LITTLE architecture
    This smartphone does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average smartphone does. 98.4% of smartphones use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 6 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (2 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    2 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (2 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    2.0 vs 3.2
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x1.5 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x1.5 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • 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.
  • Lacks on-device AI
    This smartphone does not support on-device AI, the average smartphone does. 99.3% of smartphones include on-device AI processing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • 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.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Lower on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the none AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, so its on-device AI features are more limited.
    none vs fundamental
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.2 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/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (1.2 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    1.2 MP vs 16 MP
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (41 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    41 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • No phase-detection autofocus (PDAF)
    This smartphone does not have phase-detection autofocus (PDAF), the average smartphone does. 97.6% of smartphones use PDAF.
  • No slow-motion recording
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 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 (3 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    3.0 vs 5.2
  • Lacks USB Type-C
    This smartphone lacks a USB Type-C port, the average smartphone includes one. 96.9% of smartphones use USB Type-C.
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • No fingerprint scanner
    This smartphone does not have a fingerprint scanner, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones include a fingerprint scanner.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 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
  • 2.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (4.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    4.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (768x1280 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    768x1280 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 39.4% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (400 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    400 nits vs 660 nits
  • 15.4% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (334 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    334 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 400 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (600 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    600 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 60% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 11 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2013 vs 2024). 11.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2013
    2013 vs 2024
  • 2.1 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (10.4 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    10.4 mm vs 8.3 mm

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24/07/2013
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cnet.com
23/07/2013
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Nokia Lumia 1020 review: Photographers, meet your camera phone - CNET
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theverge.com
23/07/2013
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Nokia Lumia 1020 review - The Verge
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expertreviews.co.uk
27/09/2016
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totallydubbed.net
10/10/2013
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TotallyDubbedHD: Nokia Lumia 1020 Written Review – The best camera smartphone on the market
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etcentric.org
25/07/2013
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theglobeandmail.com
28/03/2014
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The Nokia Lumia 1020 is a great camera, with an OK phone
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oklahoman.com
09/09/2013
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Nokia Lumia 1020 a strong device backed by inadequate app ecosystem
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techradar.com
04/09/2013
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TechRadar: Nokia Lumia 1020 review
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allthingsd.com
12/08/2013
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AllThingsD: Nokia Lumia 1020 Nudges Smartphone Cameras to the Next Level
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hothardware.com
05/08/2013
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HotHardware: Nokia Lumia 1020 Smartphone Review
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arstechnica.com
02/08/2013
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Ars Technica: The Nokia Lumia 1020: The smartphone to render point-and-shoots obsolete
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dpreview.com
24/07/2013
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DPReview: Nokia's 41MP Lumia 1020 looks impressive
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itpro.com
16/05/2014
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whatdigitalcamera.com
09/10/2013
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Nokia Lumia 1020 Review - What Digital Camera
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cnet.com
18/09/2013
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Nokia Lumia 1020: the camera review - CNET
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techland.time.com
23/08/2013
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Nokia Lumia 1020 Review | TIME.com
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windowscentral.com
26/07/2013
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Nokia Lumia 1020 Review - Windows Central
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top-for-phone.fr
28/11/2014
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Nokia Lumia 1020 review: the best camera phone right now
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darty.com
27/11/2013
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Cameraphone: Nokia Lumia 1020 review
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What we like about Nokia Lumia 1020 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Groundbreaking 41-megapixel camera with exceptional detail and high-resolution imaging
  • Lossless digital zoom (up to 3x for stills) without significant loss in quality
  • Excellent optical image stabilization (OIS) for steady shots and low-light performance
  • Nokia Pro Camera app provides intuitive manual controls for ISO, shutter speed, and focus
  • Durable build quality featuring a polycarbonate unibody and Gorilla Glass 3
  • Smooth and fast Windows Phone OS performance for daily tasks and multitasking
  • Premium integrated apps like HERE Maps and Microsoft Office suite

Verdict

The Nokia Lumia 1020 was a 2013 Windows Phone 8 (upgradable to Windows Phone 8.1/Denim) flagship, defined almost entirely by its revolutionary 41-megapixel PureView camera with optical image stabilization, Xenon flash, and Pro Camera app, supported by 2GB of RAM and 32GB of fixed storage. Its primary strengths were arguably the most advanced smartphone photography capabilities of its era, capturing incredibly detailed, high-resolution images. Main drawbacks included the aging Windows Phone ecosystem, a relatively slow image processing time due to the large file sizes, and its bulky camera hump design.

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