| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $170.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 110 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
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| Launch | Announced | 2012, September. Released 2012, November |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 123.8 x 68.5 x 9.9 mm, 83.5 cc (4.87 x 2.70 x 0.39 in) |
| Weight | 160 g (5.64 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM | |
| Display | Type | AMOLED |
| Size | 4.3 inches, 52.6 cm2 (~62.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density) | |
| Features | Nokia ClearBlack display | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to 8.1 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 225 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 8GB 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 8 MP, AF |
| Features | Carl Zeiss optics, dual-LED flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1920x1080 | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1650 mAh battery (BP-5T) |
| Stand-by | Up to 330 h (2G) / Up to 330 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 14 h (2G) / Up to 8 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 55 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, Gray, Red, Yellow, White, Blue, Violet |
| SAR | 1.37 W/kg (head) 0.71 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.79 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 170 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) / 2.193:1 (sunlight) |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 67dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 70dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -82.2dB / Crosstalk -81.4dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 40h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Nokia Lumia 820
Advantages
- Luminous AMOLED panel engineered for vivid color accuracy and outdoor readability
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the Nokia Lumia 820 exemplifies Nokia's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a AMOLED display measuring 4.3 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.
Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 8MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.
Sustained endurance is delivered by a 1650mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the Nokia Lumia 820 emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.
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