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Nokia makes some of the best budget and mid-range phones right now. Its devices share the same classic industrial design language that made Nokia stand out in the past, and the best part is that all of its phones are based on Android One. That means you get a clean interface without any clutter and fast updates. These are the best Nokia phones you can get your hands on.
Do everything
Nokia 7.2
Staff pick
The Nokia 7.2 hits the sweet spot for those looking for a great phone for under $400. It has great hardware in the form of a Snapdragon 660 chipset, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, and you get a 48-megapixel camera at the back and 20-megapixel shooter up front. The 6.3-inch FHD+ display has HDR10, there's a 3,500mAh battery, and the phone also has a 3.5mm jack.
For the enthusiasts
Nokia 9 PureView
Nokia reserves the PureView moniker for its groundbreaking cameras, and the Nokia 9 fits that bill. There are five 12-megapixel cameras on the back that work in conjunction to produce gorgeous images. There's also a 5.99-inch QHD+ HDR10 panel, Snapdragon 845, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a 3,320mAh battery. You won't find another phone quite like it in the market today.
Budget beast
Nokia 6.2
The Nokia 6.2 is a fantastic budget phone. It has a 6.3-inch HDR10 display, Snapdragon 636, 4GB/64GB memory configuration, Wi-Fi ac, and a 3,500mAh battery. The 16-megapixel camera at the back takes decent photos, you get FM radio and a 3.5mm jack, and the phone also has NFC. If you're in the market for a budget phone, look no further.
Just the basics
Nokia 3.1
The Nokia 3.1 offers a 5.2-inch 720p panel and is powered by the MediaTek MT6750 chipset, along with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, 13MP rear camera, 8MP front shooter, and 2990mAh battery. What makes it particularly great is that it gets regular updates like all other Nokia devices, which isn't usually the case in this price segment.
Still going strong
Nokia 7.1
The Nokia 7.1 is still a great phone in 2020, particularly now that it's available for under $250. You get a Snapdragon 636 chipset, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, and a 5.84-inch FHD+ display with HDR upscaling. There's a 12MP + 5MP camera array at the back, 8MP shooter up front, and a 3060mAh battery. Overall, you're getting excellent value here.
Great entry-level pick
Nokia 4.2
The Nokia 4.2 doesn't have the best specs, but it still manages to deliver a great experience. You'll find a Snapdragon 439 under the hood, along with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage. The 13-megapixel camera is decent for taking photos in daylight conditions, and the 3,000mAh battery delivers two days' worth of use from a full charge.
Nokia is the go-to brand for great budget phones
Nokia has no shortage of great phones on offer. The brand's focus on industrial design and clean software in the form of Android One have allowed it to stand out in crowded segments. The Nokia 7.2 is the perfect illustration of this. The phone features a great design with an HDR10 panel, robust internal hardware, and the promise of quick updates for under $400. If you want a reliable budget phone that'll last a few years, look no further.
Then there's the Nokia 9 PureView. Nokia's 2019 flagship is still one of the most intriguing phones in the market thanks to its unique five-camera array. It may be running last year's specs, but it does offer an intriguing camera that you won't find on any other phone today. And it may take some effort, but you get some truly breathtaking photos with this phone.
