Nokia 3210 (1999) vs Nokia 7110
Better figure, where one is clearly better
| Nokia3210 (1999) | Nokia7110 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Display | ||
| Resolution | 84 × 48 | 96 × 65 (better) |
| 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. | Backlit monochrome graphic display, 96 × 65 pixels, with dynamically sized text and up to six text lines in the maker brochure. Physical diagonal is not published 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 7110 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. | Removable standard BLS-2S Li-ion pack, 900 mAh; maker brochure gives 2 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes of talk and 55–260 hours standby. Optional BPS-1 is 600 mAh, BLS-2H 1,000 mAh, BMS-2S 900 mAh NiMH and BLS-4 1,500 mAh, with different handset weights and runtimes. Network, SIM and usage affect runtime. |
| Wired charging | Proprietary charging connector. Maker service documentation lists ACP-7 and ACP-8 chargers with regional mains plugs; no inferred charging wattage. | Proprietary charging connector. Maker guide gives approximately 1 hour 30 minutes for the BLS-2S with the ACP-8 charger; the June 2000 brochure instead gives four hours standard charging or two hours fast charging. These maker documents differ; charger and pack affect charging time. No inferred wattage. |
| Design | ||
| Type | Standard | Standard |
| Weight | 151 g | 141 g (better) |
| Thickness | 22.5 mm (better) | 24 mm |
| Height × width | 123.8 × 50.5 mm | 125 × 53 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. | 141 g with standard BLS-2S battery, and 125 × 53 × 24 mm in the exact maker brochure. Optional batteries change the complete handset weight. |
| 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. | Green cover with a colour-shifting finish in the maker brochure. German-screen press photographs illustrate the same original hardware, with regional software. |
| 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, two selection keys, call/end keys, push-and-scroll Navi Roller, side volume keys, top power button and rear slider-release button. Opening the spring-loaded cover answers a call; closing it ends a call, as described in the maker guide. |
| 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. | WAP services, predictive text entry, SMS folders, calendar, alarm, calculator, profiles and Snake II, Rotation, Opposite and Racket games. Network services and language dictionaries depend on region and software version; WAP is distinct from a modern web browser. |
| 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. | Announced in February 1999 in Nokia's annual report. The report and full-year results confirm 1999 deliveries and fourth-quarter production ramp-up but do not establish the first sale month; retain the verified sale year. |
| 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. | The maker guide specifies space for 1,000 names with three numbers and one text field each; fewer names allow up to five numbers and two text fields per name. Counts of contacts and calendar entries are not user storage in GB. |
| Storage type | No memory-card slot (GSMArena exact original-model table). | No memory-card slot (GSMArena exact 7110 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 and GSM 1800. Built-in circuit-switched data modem supports up to 14,400 bps in the maker brochure. No GPRS or EDGE (GSMArena). |
| SIM | Mini-SIM; original user guide shows installation behind the removable battery. | Mini-SIM (GSMArena), installed behind the removable battery in the maker guide. Alternate-line service requires a supporting SIM and operator; it is not two physical SIM slots. |
| Wi-Fi | No Wi-Fi (GSMArena). | No Wi-Fi (GSMArena). |
| Bluetooth | No Bluetooth or infrared (GSMArena and GSMChoice original-model tables). | No Bluetooth (GSMArena). Infrared enables compatible phone, computer and printer communication; serial cable connection requires optional accessories and compatible software. |
| Positioning | No satellite positioning (GSMArena). | No satellite positioning (GSMArena). |
