Nokia 3210 (1999) vs Nokia 5110
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| Nokia3210 (1999) | Nokia5110 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | 1999 | May 1998 |
| Display | ||
| Resolution | 84 × 48 | 84 × 48 |
| Panel | LCD | LCD |
| Display type | Monochrome graphic LCD with green backlighting. The 84 × 48 pixel matrix is reported by Mobilenet's original-model retrospective; the maker feature list describes variable text layouts depending on language. No maker-published diagonal or refresh rate is assigned. | Monochrome graphic LCD. Nokia's original March 1998 NSE-1 UI Module UE4S service documentation describes 84 × 48 display memory with one bit per display pixel. Physical diagonal and refresh rate are unpublished in the retrieved maker documents. |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | None | None |
| Ultra wide camera | None | None |
| Telephoto camera | None | None |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Main camera | No camera (GSMArena exact original-model table). | No camera (GSMArena exact 5110 table). |
| Battery and charging | ||
| Battery | 1,250 mAh (better) | 900 mAh |
| Wireless charging | None | None |
| Battery life detail | Original maker NSE-8/9 accessory documentation specifies BML-3, 1250 mAh NiMH. The removable battery weighs 52 g; this is not the handset weight. GSMArena's Li-ion description conflicts with the maker document and is not used. | Original NSE-1 general-information document lists the standard BMS-2 NiMH battery at 900 mAh; compatible BLS-2 slim, BMS-2S standard, BMS-2V vibrating and BLS-4 extended packs differ. The GSMArena battery table conflicts, calling a 600 mAh Li-Po pack standard and a 900 mAh Li-ion pack slim; the maker's named standard pack is retained. No universal runtime is assigned across packs. |
| Wired charging | Proprietary charging connector. Maker service documentation lists ACP-7 and ACP-8 chargers with regional mains plugs; no inferred charging wattage. | Proprietary charger connector. Original guide lists ACP-7, ACP-9 and LCH-9 chargers; no inferred charging wattage. |
| Design | ||
| Type | Standard | Standard |
| Weight | 151 g (better) | 170 g |
| Thickness | 22.5 mm (better) | 31 mm |
| Height × width | 123.8 × 50.5 mm | 132 × 47.5 mm |
| Weight detail | GSMArena reports 151 g and 123.8 × 50.5 × 16.7–22.5 mm; the headline uses its maximum thickness. GSMOnline's production test also reports 151 g with battery. No bare-handset mass is assigned. | 170 g and 132 × 47.5 × 31 mm from GSMArena's original-model table. ITavisen states 170 g with the standard battery and measures its review sample at 164 g; the measurement is not substituted as a universal mass. Installed weight changes with battery choice. |
| Colours | Front and rear Xpress-on covers are replaceable. Maker feature list names Charcoal Magix front and Warm Black rear in the basic sales pack, with Rocket Silver, Meteor Yellow, Copper Red, Zircon Green, Ozone Blue and Astral Blue accessory covers and additional graphic designs. Gallery colours illustrate cover choices, not separate generations. | Xpress-on front covers can be replaced, as shown in the original maker user guide. Cosmetic finishes are not separate hardware generations. |
| Buttons | Physical number keypad, Navi key, clear key, scroll key and power key; original user-guide diagrams. NSE-8 has no factory vibration motor; the maker assembly list specifies a motor for NSE-9, so vibration is not assumed for every regional version. | Physical number keypad, Navi key, C key, scroll keys and top power key, maker user-guide diagrams. |
| Software | ||
| Operating system | Proprietary software | Proprietary software |
| Software features | Original user guide describes predictive text entry, picture messages, caller-specific ringing, alarm, clock, calculator and Rotation, Snake and Memory. Predictive entry depends on language; picture messaging depends on network support. Maker feature list gives 38 fixed ringtones plus one received and one composed tone. | SMS, call divert, speed dialling, clock, alarm, calculator and the Memory, Snake and Logic games. Vibrating alerts require a compatible special battery, as the exact manual states; the basic standard pack does not establish built-in vibration. |
| Release detail | GSMArena records actual release in 1999. Mobilenet's retrospective reports Czech sale in July 1999; this does not establish the first worldwide month. Year precision is retained. The 2024 Nokia 3210 has different hardware and is not this original model. | Nokia's 1998 annual report records introduction in March 1998 and volume deliveries beginning in May. The Irish Times on 29 May 1998 confirms availability in mobile-phone shops. May retains supported actual-sale month; no first worldwide day is established. |
| Performance | ||
| Memory | Maker feature list supports up to 250 SIM contacts, subject to the card; no separate handset phonebook. The maker lists eight dialled, eight received and eight missed calls. These entries are not storage capacity in GB. | Names and phone numbers are stored on the SIM; the maker user guide explains how to check used and free entries, with capacity dependent on the SIM. Contact counts and firmware memory are not user storage in GB. |
| Storage type | No memory-card slot (GSMArena exact original-model table). | No memory-card slot (GSMArena exact 5110 table). |
| Connectivity | ||
| Mobile network | GSM 900/1800 with voice and SMS, original maker feature list and GSMArena. No GPRS or EDGE (GSMArena). Network services and language sets differ regionally. | GSM 900. Nokia's 1998 annual report distinguishes the GSM 1800 5130; its band is not transferred to this model. No GPRS or EDGE (GSMArena). |
| SIM | Mini-SIM; original user guide shows installation behind the removable battery. | Removable SIM installed behind the battery, maker user guide; Mini-SIM designation from GSMArena. |
| Wi-Fi | No Wi-Fi (GSMArena). | No Wi-Fi (GSMArena). |
| Bluetooth | No Bluetooth or infrared (GSMArena and GSMChoice original-model tables). | No Bluetooth (GSMArena) or infrared (contemporary ITavisen original handset test). |
| Positioning | No satellite positioning (GSMArena). | No satellite positioning (GSMArena). |
