Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 vs Nokia 2: Dual 12MP cameras, 256GB ROM

Here we come with the battle between two budget smartphones of Xiaomi and Nokia: Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 vs Nokia 2. One of these devices comes with a powerful 12MP dual-camera and more…Keep on reading to know who is the winner today!

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 vs Nokia 2 specs

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is one of the best-selling of Xiaomi Redmi series. On the other hand, Nokia 2 is the cheapest smartphones of Nokia. First of all, let’s talk about the display. Furthermore, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 specs feature a large 5.99-inch LCD (1080 x 2160 pixels) and 18:9 ratio display. Meanwhile, Nokia 2 specs come with a 5-inch LCD (720 x 1280 pixels). One point goes to Redmi Note 5 for its higher resolution. Next, let’s move on to the hardware. The Nokia phone takes power from Qualcomm MSM8909v2 Snapdragon 212. Besides, the Xiaomi Redmi runs on the powerful Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 chipset.

In terms of the storage, Redmi Note 5 comes in two options: 3GB RAM with 32GB ROM, and 4GB RAM with 64GB ROM (expandable to 256GB). In addition, Nokia 2 has two version: 1 GB RAM with 8 GB ROM (the base model), and 2GB RAM with 16GB ROM (the India model) (expandable to 128GB). Xiaomi Redmi Note gets one more point thanks to the massive memory. As for the operating system, Redmi Note 5 runs on Android 7.1.2 Nougat, while the Nokia handset works on Android 7.1.1 Nougat. Additionally, the Xiaomi packs a 4000 mAh. Besides, Nokia 2 battery draws a bigger 4100 battery capacity.

Nokia 2

Let’s take a look at the photography. Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 camera system has a dual 12MP rear camera with phase detection and dual-LED flash. Moreover, the front-facing camera has 5MP. On the other hand, Nokia 2 cameras feature an 8MP camera on the back and a 5MP selfies camera. Our point goes to Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 for its better camera system.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 vs Nokia 2 release and price

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 release date is in March 2018. Meanwhile, Nokia 2 is coming in this November. For Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 price, it is around $198 ~ Rs. 12,990. On the other hand, Nokia 2 price starts at $116 ~ Rs. 7,4999. In our opinion, Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is a good choice for its powerful camera and processor. Which phone is your choice? Drop us your comment!