Nokia Asha 500: Specifications & buying guide
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Reference guide • Source-listed details may cover multiple variants. Check the exact model and market before buying.
Overview
Explore Nokia Asha 500: source-listed display, performance, battery and camera details, followed by practical checks before making a decision. This is a reference guide, not a new-launch report.
Source-listed specifications
| Field | Source-listed detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nokia |
| Display | 2.8" HighColor QVGA 240×320 px (portrait mode; 3:4 or 4:3 aspect ratio), 18-bit/262,000 colors, 142 ppi pixel density [ 1 ] |
| Processor | Single core |
| Battery | BL-4U 1200 mAh, removable Standby: 35 days Talk time: 14 hours Music playback: 14 h |
| Ram | 64 MB RAM |
| Storage | 4 GB microSD card (included) |
| Cameras | 2 Mpix, 1600×1200 pixels, Fixed focus, 50 cm to infinity Formats: JPEG, RAW10 |
| Connectivity | GPRS, EDGE Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth 3.0 with Slam, supported profiles: OPP 1.1 , HFP 1.6 , HSP 1.1 , AVRCP 1.3 , PBAP 1.0 , A2DP 1.2 , DUN , FTP USB 2.0 High Speed via MicroUSB, USB mass storage |
| Os | Nokia Asha software platform 1.1.1 |
| Weight | 101 g (4 oz) |
| Dimensions | dimensions: Width: 58.1 mm Height: 100.3 mm Thickness: 12.8 mm |
| Compatible networks | Quad-band GSM: 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz |
| Removable storage | microSD, supports up to 32 GB |
How to compare specifications
Check the exact regional model, chipset, screen, battery capacity, charging standards, camera hardware, storage, network bands and promised software updates against manufacturer documentation.
Price and availability
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Buyer checklist
Check regional warranty, supported networks, return policy, update commitments, accessories and repair availability before purchase.
Verification and limitations
This profile is based on a source directory record. An empty field means the information was not verified, not that a feature or course is unavailable. Figures and specifications may change by country, variant and date. Always confirm on the source page before applying or buying. Published as a reference guide on 2026-11-04, not as breaking news.
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