Smartphone Nokia 8 Dual sim - advantages and disadvantages

Nowadays, choosing a phone is a rather important stage. It is understandable, because this is the thing with which we spend most of our free time. During digital battles, some popular models are replaced by others, more advanced and modern. It is for this reason that manufacturers are trying to produce smartphones that would meet all the whims of the future buyer. One of these manufacturers is Nokia, which has been a leader in the ranking of quality manufacturers for many years. After a short "vacation", she released a smartphone called Nokia 8 Dual sim, the advantages and disadvantages of which will be described in this article.

Specifications and equipment

Basic equipment

• Smartphone;
• Instruction;
• Charger;
• USB cable (cord length 1 meter);
• Headphones with microphone;

Specifications

• OS: Android (Nougat) version 7.1.1;
• Sheath: no;
• Processor: Snapdragon 835, 8 cores: 4x1.9 GHz + 4x2.45 GHz;
• Video chip: Adreno 540;
• RAM: 4 GB type LPDDR3;
• Built-in memory: 64 GB;
• Autofocus: present;
• Battery: 3090 mAh, non-removable;
• Housing materials: aluminum;
• Rear camera: 13 MP (f/2.0) + 13 MP (f/2.0), optical stabilization;
• Front camera: 13 MP (f/2.0);
• Radio: absent;
• NFC: present;
• WiFi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac;
• Navigation: GPS, GLONASS;
• Memory cards: microSD up to 256 GB;
• SIM cards: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM/microSD;
• Weight: 160 grams;
• Dimensions: 151.5x73.7x7.9;
• Diagonal: 5.3 inches;

External design

The smartphone can be painted in the following colors: gray, blue, glossy, orange.

Externally, the design of Nokia 8 is not much different from the predecessors of this series. The body is made from a single piece of aluminium. The edges of the phone itself are rounded, which in combination with 2.5D glass looks harmonious.

Above (the front of the smartphone) there is a conversational speaker, to the right of which the inscription “Nokia” flaunts. A little to the left of the speaker is the front camera. Under the display is a fingerprint scanner, "surrounded" by two touch buttons that are responsible for navigation. The screen itself has a protective glass Gorilla Glass 5, which saves it from bumps and scratches.

On the back of the smartphone there is an “island” in which a dual camera and a dual flash are installed.Just above the island is an infrared sensor, and the emptiness of the central part is brightened up by the company logo.

The 3.5mm headphone jack is located on the top of the smartphone. On the right side there are only two mechanical buttons: volume control and screen lock / unlock. On the left side are slots for a SIM card or microSD. At the bottom there is a speaking microphone, a speaker and a USB Type-C connector.

Main characteristics

Filling

The smartphone is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 835 processor. The processor is more than enough for highly demanding tasks or applications. It perfectly runs the latest games of 2018. In addition to the "nimble" processor, the device has 64 GB of permanent memory and 4 GB of RAM. It should be noted that the gadget is produced with a single option for the amount of memory. If the amount of memory is not enough, then it can always be increased using microSD cards. The phone is equipped with a powerful graphics accelerator Adreno 540. It makes no sense to talk about Benchmark performance. Since the smartphone must be tested for performance in real applications, and not in synthetic tests.

autonomy

Nokia 8 has good autonomy. A smartphone that has only 3090 mAh is capable of lasting as much or longer than smartphones that have a built-in battery with a capacity of 4000 milliamp hours. This is despite the fact that the phone has an IPS matrix installed. The device itself is able to work up to 24 hours in active mode or 15 days in standby mode. Such autonomy is explained by good optimization and a clean OS. The smartphone also has Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging technology, which allows you to charge your phone in just 2 hours.

Display and ergonomics

The screen is not a "shovel", only 5.3 inches. It has an IPS matrix, and the density of dots per inch, with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels, is 554 ppi. Although this is not a Super AMOLED matrix, nevertheless, the picture is not bad. The screen is rich and bright, displays a clear picture, even when the phone is in the sun. The balance of white and color is well adjusted. The screen is great for watching videos or reading because of its high resolution.

In general, there is nothing to complain about.
The smartphone slips a little, which causes some difficulties during prolonged use without a case. But, despite the slippery coating, it feels comfortable in the hand, this is due to the rounded edges and the presence of 2.5D glass that completely frames the entire screen. The smartphone is convenient to use even with one hand, you do not have to constantly shift the phone to the other hand.

cameras

The phone has 3 cameras. One is located on the front panel, and the remaining two are located on the back of the smartphone and form a double photo module. The main camera is capable of recording video in 4K. The cameras have high functionality and support all the newfangled trends of 2018. For example, Nokia 8 has an option for slow motion video recording. The effect does not look "crooked", which is pleasantly surprising. In addition to the Slow-Mo effect, the main camera is capable of Time-Lapse recording. All cameras show good results, both in daytime and at night. Here is an example of how the camera takes pictures at night:

The camera was shooting using standard settings, however, the picture turned out to be sharp and bright.Speaking of parameters, the phone has a standard camera application, which does not have the most user-friendly interface. To set the desired value, you will need to perform a large number of actions, which is sometimes annoying. If you do not need to set the settings manually, then you can use the automatic settings. The frames will not be “ideal”, but nevertheless quite suitable.

And here is how it takes pictures in cloudy weather:

The frame is not the best, but the main point is clear. You should not think that the camera takes pictures with low saturation, it completely conveyed all the colors, it's just the weather.

Here is an example photo in bright light:

Parallel recording is the main feature of this smartphone. With parallel recording, the image is captured from two cameras at once (main and front). This mode is useful for newfangled bloggers who often broadcast on Instagram or periscope. This feature can be adjusted in the settings of the phone itself. If we talk about other flagships, then few people have implemented such a recording method. So this feature can be safely called a “feature” of Nokia 8.

Sound and sound recording

The smartphone has only one speaker, so the sound is single-channel. The sound is not the best, however, it cannot be said that it is bad. Also, perhaps, it is worth mentioning the good vacuum headphones that are included in the phone's accessories. The sound quality is good and without noise. It is unlikely that they can be put on a par with expensive headphones, nevertheless, they are very good, especially considering that they are simply included in the list of components.

The Nokia 8 has another great feature, which is surround sound recording. As many as 3 microphones are installed in the device.The smartphone is able to tune in to a specific sound source, processing it in such a way that, after compiling into one audio file, the sound turns out to be voluminous.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Completely "bare" android without a shell;
• Parallel video recording from different cameras;
• Surround sound recording;
• Productive processor;
• Good autonomy

• Slippery hull;
• Inconvenient camera app;
• Lack of FM radio;

Answers to the main questions

What is the price?

At the start of sales, Nokia 8 could be purchased at a price of $600, which is 39,990 in rubles, and 214,332 in tenge. Such a price can hardly be attributed to budget smartphones. But a year later, its price has dropped significantly. Here is the average price of a phone in 2018: 27,000 rubles or $405. On the territory of Kazakhstan, the average price is 146,000 tenge. This is not to say that the phone is overpriced, even considering its initial cost. Yes, it is definitely inferior to the novelties of 2018, but do not forget that the phone was released in 2017.

Where is it profitable to buy?

Choosing a smartphone is not the easiest process. You should carefully study the technical specifications, as well as analyze the mass of purchase options. To facilitate this complex process, you need to decide on the main priorities and answer one important question. What is more important, price or reliability?

If the choice fell on a low price, then you should consider buying through an online store. The main snag of this method is the unreliability of the seller. Especially if it is not a popular online store, whose authority is in doubt.

The second problem is delivery.Sometimes delivery companies are pleasantly surprised by the reliability and degree of protection of packaging. But there are also cases when the goods simply broke during transportation. It is unlikely that you will be able to save on shipping. It is better to spend extra 1000 rubles and be sure that the order will arrive safe and sound.

A more reliable purchase option is a local specialty store. There are no difficulties. It is understandable, because you just need to come and give money for the purchase. It is also possible to inspect the goods on the spot and make sure that there are no defects. If the product suddenly becomes faulty, it can be replaced.

How to choose the right phone?

When choosing a smartphone, you need to pay attention to many aspects. First of all, you need to start from personal needs and determine what exactly the purchase is for. You should not buy a phone with a "top" camera if most of the time it will be used for active games. Here are the selection criteria from which to build:

1. Processor and video accelerator (If you need a high level of performance in games);
2. RAM (If you need to run multiple applications simultaneously);
3. Aperture and number of megapixels (If you want to take high-quality pictures);
4. Display (If the phone is used to watch videos or read books).

If the phone is not required to perform resource-intensive tasks, then you should pay attention to budget phones. Nowadays, even an inexpensive “Chinese phone” is able to cope with complex tasks. It is not worth paying for expensive flagships if the phone is required to perform standard functions: watching videos, reading text, listening to music.It is better to buy an inexpensive smartphone that will meet your requirements than to spend a large part of your salary on an expensive flagship.

You should also pay special attention to reviews. No need to draw decisive conclusions after reading one review, it is better to analyze a large amount of material, since the Internet is filled with a lot of information on any topic. When purchasing a device in a store (not an online store), you can ask a sales assistant. But here you need to be careful, because they have only one goal - to sell. In any case, you should be critical of any information and not succumb to the tricks of marketers.

Recently, you can notice the trend of embedding all possible functions in one smartphone. The best manufacturers strive to make a device out of the phone that is capable of performing many functions at a high level. Nokia 8 created such a device. A phone that has a full high-resolution video camera that records surround sound while running highly demanding games at the same time clearly deserves a buyer's attention.