| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $100.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global $ 406.00 / € 295.99 / £ 279.99 / ₹ 29,299 | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2014, December. Released 2014, December |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 129.5 x 66.7 x 9.2 mm (5.10 x 2.63 x 0.36 in) |
| Weight | 136 g (4.80 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM | |
| Display | Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 4.5 inches, 55.8 cm2 (~64.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Features | ClearBlack display | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | Adreno 305 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 4.5 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, 1/4.0", AF |
| Features | Panorama | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.14", 0.7µm |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 1830 mAh, removable (BL-5H) |
| Charging | 68W wired | |
| Misc | Colors | Black |
| SAR EU | 1.46 W/kg (head) 0.95 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 100 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Nokia Lumia 638
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
In real-world daily practice, the Nokia Lumia 638 immediately distinguishes itself through balanced ergonomics, tactile button feedback, and approachable pocketability within Nokia's mobile lineup. The front panel features a vibrant responsive IPS LCD measuring 4.5 inches , ensuring that reading articles, streaming media, and navigating social feeds remain fluid, vibrant, and remarkably gentle on the eyes.
Everyday software responsiveness is driven by the capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm). Routine app launches, web browsing sessions, and casual gaming are handled with dependable stability and efficient thermal behavior. For photography enthusiasts, the main camera setup—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—proves ready to document daily memories with lively color science, snappy shutter response, and commendable sharpness.
Power autonomy is reliably anchored by a 1830mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to comfortably see users through from morning commutes to late evening unwinding. In essence, the Nokia Lumia 638 strikes a sensible, well-rounded balance that nails fundamental smartphone essentials without unnecessary operational complexity.
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