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Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£270RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:7.9 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3580

Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 28 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.9

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.1

Reviews score

10%

5.9

Sentiment score

â–¼Worse than 53% of tablets
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

â–²Better than 50%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

4.8

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

â–¼Worse than 57%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (28)
18 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 15 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 68%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £270
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB)

Based on 18 · 11

Reviewers praise the fast performance and premium, light design, but complain about limited apps, poor availability and a weak camera.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB)

Based on 65 owners sharing their experience in online comments

35%positive14%mixed51%negative

Owners praise the battery life, smooth performance and durability, but earbud failures and missing Google services frustrate many.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report static, crackling or a faint buzz from the left earbud, and sometimes that bud is much quieter than the right one.10
  • Owners say the China-version tablet has no Google Play or Google services, so many apps will not run without rooting.6
  • Owners report the tablet resets or disconnects by itself, and some say a factory reset did not fix the software glitches.4
  • Owners say colours look faded, especially at low brightness, and the screen looks less vivid than other 2K screens.3
  • Owners say the tablet gets hot during gaming, and one says the aluminium body gets noticeably warm after brief use.3
  • Owners say the battery runs out in about six hours of use, or in one day for heavy use.3
  • Owners say it is hard to find accessories, cases and local support, and the community help is very limited.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

22%

5.2

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

6.9

Camera

14%

4.8

Battery

12%

6.4

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software

5%

6.3

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.9
Reviews score
8.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

7.6
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process, which is larger than 57.9% of tablets and equal to 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 32 GB of internal storage, which is less than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 17.9% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3580
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z3580, which is less advanced than 81.3% of tablets and equal to 0.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
2048×1536
This tablet has a 2048×1536 screen, which is sharper than 68.5% of tablets and equal to 3.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
324 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 324 ppi, which is higher than 94.7% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8 MP resolution, which is higher than 36.4% of tablets and equal to 31.9% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 5 MP resolution, which is higher than 48.6% of tablets and equal to 19.7% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
?
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
5,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 5,300 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 61.8% of tablets and equal to 0.3% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 10 W, which is slower than 60.9% of tablets and equal to 33.3% of tablets.
Battery life
12 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 12 hours, which is longer than that of 65.7% of tablets and equal to that of 9.3% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
no
This tablet does not support fast charging. 56.9% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
?
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
318 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 318 g, which is lighter than 89.5% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
no
This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory. 84.3% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 46.6% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (324 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    324 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • 35.1% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (318 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    318 g vs 490 g
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200).
    2,048×1,536 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 15.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 68% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (28)
    18 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 15 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.1 vs 7.0
  • 15% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 15.7% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 68% of models

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (28)
    18 reviews: 3 with a printed score, 15 estimated from the review. 10 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.1 vs 7.0
  • 15% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3580 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3580 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 46.6% sharper screen detail
    This tablet has sharper screen detail than the average tablet (324 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    324 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Includes anti-reflection coating
    This tablet has anti-reflection coating, the average tablet does not. 24.6% of tablets use anti-reflection coating.
  • Sharper display
    This tablet has a sharper screen than the average tablet (2048×1536 vs 1920×1200).
    2,048×1,536 vs 1,920×1,200
  • More vivid contrast
    This tablet has more contrast than the average tablet (1425:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    1,425:1 vs 1,015:1
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 13 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (413 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    413 nits vs 400 nits
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (12 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    12 hours vs 10 hours
  • 35.1% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (318 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    318 g vs 490 g
  • 1.1 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.9 mm vs 8 mm
  • 36.7 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (138.6 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    138.6 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • 21.3% lower sentiment score
    5.9 vs 7.5
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 50% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (PowerVR G6430 vs Mali-G51).
    PowerVR G6430 vs Mali-G51
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • 266 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • 14.1% less memory bandwidth
    This tablet has less memory bandwidth than the average tablet (12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has 14.9 GB/s of memory bandwidth.
    12.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 4 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2015 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    January 2015
    2015 vs 2019
  • 2.2 inches smaller screen
    This tablet has a smaller screen than the average tablet (7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet measures 10.1 inches.
    7.9 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • 1 nits dimmer screen
    This tablet is dimmer than the average tablet (400 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    400 nits vs 401 nits
  • No burst mode
    This tablet does not support burst mode, the average tablet does. 60.6% of tablets support burst mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • No fast charging
    This tablet does not support fast charging, while the average tablet does. 56.8% of tablets support fast charging.
  • 44.4% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • 19.7% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (5,300 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    5,300 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No keyboard accessory
    This tablet does not support a keyboard accessory, the average tablet does. 84.2% of tablets support a keyboard accessory.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.5
Tablet-News.com
✓ explicit
24/08/2015
Hands-on review · design, software and pros and cons
Verdict
Nokia N1 is a balanced, well-built Android tablet and the one to pick on a limited budget.
9.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
08/04/2015
Full review · battery, performance and camera tests
Verdict
Nokia N1 is a fine premium Android tablet and one of the best, despite a disappointing camera.
8.0
Erica Griffin
≈ estimated
27/03/2015
Initial review · display measurements, battery and performance tests
Verdict
Nokia N1 is a nice tablet with good value, but the missing Play Store and display tint hold it back.
5.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
30/05/2015
Hands-on test · software without Google Play services
Verdict
Nokia N1 is hard to recommend without Google services, and may be unusable for some users.
9.0
BASIC thinking
≈ estimated
04/03/2015
Hands-on review · build, design and gesture launcher test
Verdict
Nokia N1 looks and feels very nice, is sturdy, and has a few small flaws.
8.0
TechPP
≈ estimated
06/03/2015
First look · MWC hands-on impressions
Verdict
Nokia N1 looks and feels good so far, with smooth performance; a full review is still to come.
8.0
Pocketnow
≈ estimated
02/03/2015
First impressions · hands-on at trade show
Verdict
Nokia N1 has a premium build and software, but the price tag is the main drawback.
8.0
TechVideo
≈ estimated
18/11/2014
First look · hands-on at launch
Verdict
Nokia N1 has a solid metal build and a good keyboard, but its software still needs finishing.
7.0
Stefan Svartling
≈ estimated
18/11/2014
First look · design, hardware and price impression
Verdict
Nokia N1 will probably not succeed because Android still lacks tablet apps, though its build and price look good.
Not graded
Overview video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
techadvisor.com
≈ estimated
04/03/2015
Hands-on test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is an Android tablet that looks much like the iPad mini, with a letter-search launcher that worked well, though it was only sold in China.
9.0
techradar.com
≈ estimated
02/03/2015
Hands-on test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a slim, well-made Android tablet with a pleasant display, but it has no expandable storage and is hard to buy outside China.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
01/08/2015
Full review · Grey-import Android tablet
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is an attractive, long-lasting Android tablet with a good screen and fast performance, but UK buyers can only get it as a grey import.
7.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
03/03/2015
Hands-on test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Nokia N1 looks almost identical to the iPad mini, and its adaptive launcher is promising, but it is only sold in China for now.
7.0
ibtimes.co.uk
≈ estimated
18/11/2014
Hands-on test · iPad mini rival
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a thin, light Android tablet with an iPad mini-sized screen, but its launcher underperformed in testing and no release date has been set outside China.
6.0
gsmarena.com
≈ estimated
Not Dated
Lab test · Display and battery
Verdict
The Nokia N1 has a sharp screen with wide viewing angles and good contrast, but its battery trails most rival tablets in browsing and video tests.
6.0
gsmarena.com
≈ estimated
26/10/2016
Full review · Software and launcher
Verdict
The Nokia N1 has a solid aluminum build and a clever launcher, but its software feels unpolished and it lacks 3G, GPS and a memory card slot.
7.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
03/03/2015
Hands-on review · First look
Verdict
The Nokia N1 closely resembles the iPad Mini 3 and feels solid in hand, but it lags slightly and its viewing angles disappoint.
9.0
androidauthority.com
≈ estimated
08/04/2015
In-depth review · Build and performance
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a well-built, fast Android tablet whose biggest drawback is that the China version lacks Google apps and services.
9.5
tablet-news.com
✓ explicit
21/09/2015
Video review · Benchmarks and battery
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is light, comfortable and loud, with strong benchmark results, but weak cameras, slow charging and a battery that trails rivals hold it back.
9.0
androidheadlines.com
≈ estimated
30/12/2015
Featured review · Gaming and charging
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a well-sized tablet that runs demanding games smoothly, but it has no vibration, slow charging and some incompatible Google apps.
9.0
digitaltrends.com
≈ estimated
04/03/2015
Hands-on test · Design and speed
Verdict
The Nokia N1 feels as premium as an iPad Mini and runs very fast, but its launcher is less exciting and it's sold only in China.
8.0
heise.de
≈ estimated
18/11/2014
Hands-on test · Android tablet
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a well-built aluminium Android tablet with a launcher that adapts to usage times, though it has no mobile data and launches in China first.
8.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
18/11/2014
Hands-on video · Prototype preview
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a serious iPad alternative for Android fans, with a sturdy aluminum body that feels well made, though the early prototype lacked Google's app store.
8.0
tabletblog.de
≈ estimated
04/03/2015
Hands-on video · Quick test
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a well-built, sharp-screened iPad Mini lookalike that runs smoothly, but it has no microSD slot and is only sold in China so far.
8.0
teltarif.de
≈ estimated
04/03/2015
Hands-on test · Early impression
Verdict
The Nokia N1 feels sturdy, elegant and comfortable in the hand, but its battery, camera and speakers still need a full test.
6.0
elespanol.com
≈ estimated
25/03/2015
Full review · Google-free tablet
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is a well-built, fast Android tablet, but without Google Play its app choice is limited and its USB-C port runs only at USB 2.0 speed.
7.0
smartworld.it
✓ explicit
18/03/2015
Full review · Imported Android tablet
Verdict
The Nokia N1 is an elegant, well-built Android tablet with a good screen, but it drops frames in heavy 3D games and has weak cameras.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Premium aluminum unibody build that is thinner and lighter than the iPad Mini
  • High-resolution 7.9-inch IPS display (2048 x 1536) with excellent clarity and viewing angles
  • Competitive pricing, often cited as a high-value alternative to Apple's offerings
  • Strong performance from the Intel Atom Z3580 processor and PowerVR GPU, suitable for gaming
  • Early adoption of the reversible USB Type-C port
  • Impressive battery life and standby time, lasting up to 4 days with moderate use

What customers don't like about Nokia N1 (2GB + 32GB)

  • Lack of built-in Google Play Services on the original Chinese version, requiring manual workarounds
  • No expandable storage slot (fixed at 32GB)
  • Average camera quality, particularly poor in low-light conditions
  • No cellular (3G/LTE) or GPS options available
  • Long charging times, reportedly taking up to 5 hours with the included charger
  • Missing vibration motor for notifications and haptic feedback

Verdict

The Nokia N1 is a premium, compact Android tablet featuring a 7.9-inch IPS LCD display with a high 2048 x 1536 resolution (324 ppi) protected by Gorilla Glass 3. Under the hood, it is powered by a 2.3GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3580 processor, 2GB of RAM, and 32GB of internal storage, delivering smooth performance for gaming and multitasking via Nokia’s gesture-based Z Launcher. Notable characteristics include its ultra-slim 6.9mm aluminium unibody design, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP front camera, and a 5,300mAh battery charged via a reversible USB Type-C port. Main pros include its lightweight build, sharp 4:3 aspect ratio screen, and high-quality construction that rivals more expensive competitors; however, it lacks a microSD slot for expandable storage, has no GPS or cellular connectivity options, and often lacks pre-installed Google Play Services in certain regional versions.

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