| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $80.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 190 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2012, February. Released 2012, May |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 114.8 x 49.8 x 13.9 mm, 91.5 cc (4.52 x 1.96 x 0.55 in) |
| Weight | 90 g (3.17 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT resistive touchscreen |
| Size | 2.4 inches, 17.8 cm2 (~31.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~167 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.1 (Oreo), ZenUI 4 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 | |
| GPU | Adreno 505 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 10MB 32MB ROM 16MB RAM | |
| Phonebook | 1000 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | Laser AF, Dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 176x144@15fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS, recording | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | |
| Features | Features |
SNS integration MP4/H.264/WMV player MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player Organizer Voice memo Predictive text input |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, IM | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.1 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1020 mAh battery (BL-5C) |
| Charging |
18W wired 2.5W reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 650 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 5 h | |
| Music play | Up to 25 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Dark Red, Dark Grey, Silver White |
| SAR | 1.10 W/kg (head) 0.88 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.65 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 80 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Nokia Asha 203
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Nokia Asha 203 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 1020mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Nokia Asha 203 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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