Nokia 5.1 Plus
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Premium design
- Compact size
- USB-C port
- Pure Android
- Memory card support
- Good performance
What to consider
- Low resolution
- No NFC
- Software support ended
- Slow charging
- Slippery body
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 5.86 inches
- Resolution
- 720 x 1520 pixels (HD+)
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 450 nits
- Screen protection
- 2.5D curved glass
Display
- Screen size
- 5.86 inches
- Resolution
- 720 x 1520 pixels (HD+)
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 450 nits
- Screen protection
- 2.5D curved glass
Performance
- Processor
- Mediatek MT6771 Helio P60 (12nm)
- CPU cores
- 8-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)
- GPU
- Mali-G72 MP3
- RAM
- 3GB/4GB LPDDR4X
- AnTuTu score
- 140000 (v8)
Camera
- Main camera
- 13 MP, f/2.0, PDAF
- Ultra-wide
- Not available
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 8 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide)
- Video
- 1080p@30fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 3060 mAh
- Charging speed
- 10V standard charging
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 12 hours of video playback
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
- Bluetooth
- 4.2
- NFC
- No (in most regions)
- USB
- USB Type-C 2.0
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 149.5 x 72 x 8.1 mm
- Weight
- 160 grams
- Materials
- Glass front and back, plastic frame
- Water resistance
- None
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Acceptable (C)
from 44,5 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Nokia 5.1 Plus.
Loose charging port
ModerateStructural weakness of the USB-C port on the daughterboard
Screen ghosting
MinorWear and tear of the LCD panel
GPS inaccuracy
MinorSoftware optimisation and antenna placement
Battery capacity reduction
ModerateNatural chemical aging of the Li-Ion battery
Repairs and Parts6/10 iFixit / GreenFox Internal
Battery Replacement
Requires heating and removing the back glass, which can be brittle.
Screen Replacement
Screen replacement requires removing almost all components.
Charging Port Repair
Daughterboard replacement is possible but requires care with cables.
Spare parts are widely available due to the model's popularity in Europe and Asia.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
48 kg CO2e
Water Saved
11000 liters
E-Waste Avoided
160 grams
Reused
95%
Recycled
5%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Elderly user
A person who needs a simple and reliable phone for calls and using WhatsApp.
- Affordable price
- Clear and simple menu
- Compact size
Child's first phone
An ideal device for a primary school student as their first smartphone.
- Small investment
- Sufficient performance for educational games
- Stylish appearance
Backup phone
A reliable device to keep in the car or at home in case something happens to your primary device.
- Durable construction
- USB-C compatibility
- Affordable price
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
FinlandYour country
Estonia
Latvia
Lithuania
The device does not support 5G networks. VoLTE support depends on operator settings for older devices.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The Nokia 5.3 offers a larger screen, a quad-camera system, and longer software support, but it is significantly larger physically.
| Feature | 5.1 Plus | 5.3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen | 5.86" HD+ | 6.55" HD+ |
| Cameras | Dual camera | Quad camera |
| Battery | 3060 mAh | 4000 mAh |
Xiaomi offers a better screen resolution (FHD) and a larger battery, but the Nokia 5.1 Plus has a more stylish glass design and a USB-C port.
| Feature | 5.1 Plus | Mi A2 Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 720p | 1080p |
| USB port | Type-C | Micro-USB |
| Design | Glass | Metal/Plastic |
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