Nokia 3.1 Plus
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Design14
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Rear Camera8
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks9
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Videos2
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Key Specs
Performance
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MediaTek Helio P22 -
Octa Core, 2 GHz -
2 GB / 3 GB RAM
Display
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6.0 inches (15.24 cm); IPS LCD -
720x1440 px (HD+) -
Bezel-less
Rear Camera
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Dual Camera Setup - 13 MP Primary Camera
- 5 MP Depth Camera
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LED Flash
Front Camera
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8 MP
Battery
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3500 mAh
General
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5G Not Supported -
16 GB / 32 GB Storage, Expandable upto 400 GB
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Nokia 3.1 Plus Expert Review Summary
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Verdict
Nokia 3.1 Plus has quite a few things going for it. Impressive build quality, stock Android user interface, guaranteed software updates, and a large battery capacity add to the overall appeal of the phone. Further, the offline presence will definitely help the phone in terms of availability. On the downside, priced at Rs 11,499, the handset`s chipset cannot match the performance offered by rival handsets including ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M1 (review), Realme 1 (review), and most crucially, the Nokia 5.1 Plus. If you prefer an uncluttered experience on your phone along with a good battery backup,...
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Pros
- Design and build quality
- Stock Android UI
- Good battery backup
Cons
- Needed a more powerful processor
- Camera performance is average
- Feels overpriced in front of the competition
Design and display
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We have pointed out several times by now that glass sandwich design, which can be seen on most mid-range phones that have been launched recently, provides handsets with a premium look. This is not to say that there are no other implementations that can achieve this same result. Nokia 3.1 Plus is 'Exhibit A' for this argument. The aluminium back on the phone comes with a soft finish that provides it with an elegant look and feel. The phone's back does not get nearly as many fingerprints as a glass back but that's not to say that it remains clean after regular use. After using the phone as a primary driver for a few days, we noticed that the back gets some noticeable smudges.
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Cameras
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Optics can effectively make or break smartphones in 2018. Keeping this in mind, the brand has included a dual camera setup at the back with 13MP + 5MP camera sensors. The primary sensor comes with a f/2.0 aperture, while the secondary sensor comes with a f/2.4 aperture. If we talk about the default camera app, you get standard options like Panorama, Manual, and Time-lapse among others. However, there is also a Live Bokeh mode, which reminds one of and works similarly as Samsung's Live Focus feature. You can adjust the level of blur according to depth when clicking an image and also adjust it after the image has been clicked with this mode. For those of you who like blurring backgrounds, this mode gets the work done.
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Software and performance
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Android is now more than a decade old and it is safe to conclude that the stock version of Google's mobile platform is usually better than the heavily-customised versions that are devised by different brands. Here, you get a rather pure iteration of Android 8.1 Oreo. As we are talking about a Nokia phone with Android One branding, you will be getting guaranteed OS updates for two years and monthly security updates for three years. Before we even start talking about the actual performance of the UI, these factors can play a deciding role for you if you want a clutter-free handset that will receive guaranteed software backing for the next two years.
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Battery
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In one of the most significant upgrades over the Nokia 5.1 Plus, the 3.1 Plus packs a large 3,500mAh battery, compared with a 3,010mAh cell on the former. In casual usage, you will find that the phone easily lasts beyond a day without breaking a sweat. However, we realised that the phone's battery drains at a really fast rate when performing intensive tasks like gaming. This basically indicates that the phone doesn't optimise the battery usage really well during such use cases. In our HD video loop test, the handset performed really well and lasted around 17 hours. As we mentioned earlier, due to an underwhelming display panel, we won't recommend the Nokia 3.1 Plus for multimedia consumption but if you are the sort of person who just likes to use the phone for browsing and staying connected via social media apps, you will appreciate the battery life offered by this phone.
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Verdict
Nokia 3.1 Plus has quite a few things going for it. Impressive build quality, stock Android user interface, guaranteed software updates, and a large battery capacity add to the overall appeal of the phone. Further, the offline presence will definitely help the phone in terms of availability. On the downside, priced at Rs 11,499, the handset`s chipset cannot match the performance offered by rival handsets including ASUS Zenfone Max Pro M1 (review), Realme 1 (review), and most crucially, the Nokia 5.1 Plus. If you prefer an uncluttered experience on your phone along with a good battery backup,... Read Full Verdict
- Design and build quality
- Stock Android UI
- Good battery backup
Pros
- Needed a more powerful processor
- Camera performance is average
- Feels overpriced in front of the competition
Cons
We have pointed out several times by now that glass sandwich design, which can be seen on most mid-range phones that have been launched recently, provides handsets with a premium look. This is not to say that there are no other implementations that can achieve this same result. Nokia 3.1 Plus is 'Exhibit A' for this argument. The aluminium back on the phone comes with a soft finish that provides it with an elegant look and feel. The phone's back does not get nearly as many fingerprints as a glass back but that's not to say that it remains clean after regular use. After using the phone as a primary driver for a few days, we noticed that the back gets some noticeable smudges.
Read MoreOptics can effectively make or break smartphones in 2018. Keeping this in mind, the brand has included a dual camera setup at the back with 13MP + 5MP camera sensors. The primary sensor comes with a f/2.0 aperture, while the secondary sensor comes with a f/2.4 aperture. If we talk about the default camera app, you get standard options like Panorama, Manual, and Time-lapse among others. However, there is also a Live Bokeh mode, which reminds one of and works similarly as Samsung's Live Focus feature. You can adjust the level of blur according to depth when clicking an image and also adjust it after the image has been clicked with this mode. For those of you who like blurring backgrounds, this mode gets the work done.
Read MoreAndroid is now more than a decade old and it is safe to conclude that the stock version of Google's mobile platform is usually better than the heavily-customised versions that are devised by different brands. Here, you get a rather pure iteration of Android 8.1 Oreo. As we are talking about a Nokia phone with Android One branding, you will be getting guaranteed OS updates for two years and monthly security updates for three years. Before we even start talking about the actual performance of the UI, these factors can play a deciding role for you if you want a clutter-free handset that will receive guaranteed software backing for the next two years.
Read MoreIn one of the most significant upgrades over the Nokia 5.1 Plus, the 3.1 Plus packs a large 3,500mAh battery, compared with a 3,010mAh cell on the former. In casual usage, you will find that the phone easily lasts beyond a day without breaking a sweat. However, we realised that the phone's battery drains at a really fast rate when performing intensive tasks like gaming. This basically indicates that the phone doesn't optimise the battery usage really well during such use cases. In our HD video loop test, the handset performed really well and lasted around 17 hours. As we mentioned earlier, due to an underwhelming display panel, we won't recommend the Nokia 3.1 Plus for multimedia consumption but if you are the sort of person who just likes to use the phone for browsing and staying connected via social media apps, you will appreciate the battery life offered by this phone.
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Nokia 3.1 Plus Specifications
General |
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| Operating System | Android v8.1 (Oreo) |
| Custom UI | Android One |
Performance
(Good)
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| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P22 |
| Processor | Octa core, 2 GHz, Cortex A53 |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 12 nm |
| Graphics (GPU) | PowerVR GE8320 |
| RAM | 2 GB / 3 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Multicore Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 6.0 inches (15.24 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1440 px (HD+) |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 |
| Pixel Density | 268 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 77.55 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 156.8 mm |
| Width | 76.4 mm |
| Thickness | 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 180 grams |
| Build Material | Back: Aluminium |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus | |||||||||||||||||
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |||||||||||||||||
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |||||||||||||||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |||||||||||||||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Good)
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| Camera Features | Fixed Focus |
Battery
(Very Good)
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| Capacity | 3500 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| TalkTime | Up to 34 Hours(2G) |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 16 GB / 32 GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 400 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G bands
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| SIM 2 |
4G bands
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.1 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Rear |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Nokia 3.1 Plus Key Highlights
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 |
| RAM & Storage | 2 GB RAM + 16 GB 3 GB RAM + 32 GB |
| Display | 6.0", 720 x 1440 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP + 5 MP |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 3500 mAh |
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