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Nokia E52 vs Nokia E71

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NokiaE52NokiaE71
Overview
Released20092008
Display
Screen size2.4″2.36″
Resolution320 × 240320 × 240
Sharpness167 pixels per inch169 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Display type2.4-inch QVGA active-matrix TFT with up to 16 million colours; automatic landscape rotation, non-touch2.36-inch QVGA LCD, 320 × 240 pixels and up to 16 million colours; non-touchscreen. Panel technology confirmed by the full production reviews, not explicitly stated in the maker launch sheet.
Performance
Chip–ARM11 369 MHz (GSMArena)
Memory128 MB128 MB
Storage60 MB110 MB
CPU600 MHz ARM11 in GSMArena's exact production review; no specific chip identity inferred369 MHz ARM11 processor from GSMArena's full production review.
MemoryUp to 60 MB internal user storage in the maker datasheet; headline storage records that maximum. 128 MB RAM from GSMArena's exact review, not inferred from free memory.128 MB installed SDRAM from GSMArena; distinct from free application memory. Maker specifies up to 110 MB internal user storage; GSMArena's 120 MB wording differs, so the maker figure is retained.
Storage typemicroSD expansion up to 16 GB and 1 GB card supplied in maker launch/datasheet; not E60 RS-MMC or E62 miniSDHot-swappable microSD up to 8 GB in the maker launch specification; optional card capacity is not built-in storage.
Cameras
Main camera3.2 MP3.2 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Telephoto cameraNoneNone
Optical zoomNoneNone
Main camera3.2 megapixels, 2048 × 1536, flash and extended-depth-of-field fixed-focus lens. No autofocus or macro mode; All About Symbian finds subjects within roughly half a metre blurry.3.2 MP autofocus camera with LED flash; maker gives up to 2048 × 1536 still pixels.
Front cameraSecondary video-call camera in GSMArena's exact production review; resolution not inferredFront camera for video calls confirmed by maker; no sensor megapixel figure inferred.
Video recordingVGA 640 × 480 at 15 fps in both production reviews; panorama stitching is a separate still-photo modeMaker specifies QVGA video. GSMArena tested 320 × 240 recording at 15 fps; frame rate is review evidence, not an additional maker claim.
Camera features–Press the T key to focus before taking a photograph with the scroll key; image sequence, scene, white-balance and exposure controls in the exact owner guide.
Battery and charging
Battery1,500 mAh1,500 mAh
Wireless chargingNoneNone
Battery life detailBP-4L 1500 mAh Li-Po; maker datasheet claims up to eight hours GSM/six hours WCDMA talk and 23 days GSM/29 days WCDMA standby. Review endurance varies with use; not video playback.User-replaceable BP-4L 1500 mAh Li-Po. Maker maxima are 10.5 hours GSM or 4.5 hours WCDMA talk, and 17 days GSM or 20 days WCDMA standby. These are different operating conditions, not video-playback claims. Trusted Reviews' 1530 mAh wording differs from the maker's 1500 mAh.
Wired chargingCharges through micro-USB, including a compatible USB data cable; exact guide says cable charging is slower and a USB hub may not work. No charging wattage inferred.Separate charger connector; exact guide describes a compatible wall charger and optional CA-44 adaptor for older compatible Nokia chargers. No USB charging in Trusted Reviews' production test; no charging wattage published in these maker sources.
Design
TypeStandardStandard
Weight98 g126 g
Thickness9.9 mm10 mm
Height × width116 × 49 mm114 × 57 mm
Weight detailMaker datasheet gives 98 g and 116 × 49 × 9.9 mm; no different configuration or hardware borrowed from E55Maker gives 126 g and 114 × 57 × 10 mm; GSMArena's 127 g wording differs.
Materials–Stainless-steel body with patterned metal rear cover.
ColoursMetal Grey Aluminium, Graphite Grey and Golden Aluminium in maker datasheet; manufacturer launch gallery covers Metal Grey and Golden AluminiumGrey Steel and White Steel in original maker launch specification; regional availability varies.
ButtonsNumeric keypad, navigation key, Home/Calendar/Email one-touch keys, side volume and voice controls; exact guide describes shortcut customisationPhysical QWERTY keyboard, navigation/scroll key, call/end controls and one-touch Home, Calendar, Contacts and Email keys.
SpeakersMono loudspeaker, music player and FM radio with RDS; wired stereo and Bluetooth A2DP audioBuilt-in speaker and FM/Visual Radio; production review reports no RDS. Compatible wired headset serves as radio antenna.
Software
Operating systemSymbianSymbian
Software at launchSymbian OS 9.3, S60 Third Edition Feature Pack 2 in GSMArena's exact production reviewSymbian OS 9.2, S60 Third Edition Feature Pack 1, identified by GSMArena's production review.
Software featuresMaker datasheet lists Quickoffice editors, mobile VPN and business/personal email. Both production reviews test supplied editing; owner guide qualifies editing as requiring the editor version. Early firmware/service differences retained, with no claim that historical online services still operate.Two personal/business home-screen profiles; Mail for Exchange, Nokia Intellisync, POP/IMAP, mobile VPN and phone/card encryption. Exact guide describes Quickword, Quicksheet, Quickpoint, PDF reader and ZIP manager. Both production reviews tested included document editing; Office 2007 support required an upgrade. Historical apps and online services may no longer be available.
Release detailNokia announced E52 on 6 May 2009 and planned second-half2009 availability. Maker's 2009 sustainability report lists it among products launched that year, and August production reviews establish retail units. Earliest maker-supported on-sale month unresolved, so year precision retained. No E51 predecessor link inferred from secondary descriptions.Announced 16 June 2008 with July shipments planned; launch sheet instead states planned Q3 introduction. Maker's July interim report says E71 had already begun shipping during the second quarter. Factory shipment is not proof of first retail sale; only confirmed 2008 year precision retained because worldwide first-sale month remains unresolved. No direct predecessor inferred from shared family or review wording.
Connectivity
Mobile networkQuad-band GSM/EGSM 850/900/1800/1900; regional WCDMA 850/2100 or 900/2100 variants, not one four-band 3G radio. HSDPA up to 10.2 Mbps, HSUPA up to 2 Mbps.Quad-band GSM/EGSM 850/900/1800/1900. Maker lists separate WCDMA 850/2100, 900/2100 and 850/1900 variants, not one five-band model. HSDPA up to 3.6 Mbps; WCDMA upload/download up to 384 kbps. No LTE.
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11b/g in maker datasheet; UPnP/Home media in exact production reviewsIEEE 802.11g from maker launch sheet.
BluetoothBluetooth 2.0 with enhanced data rates and A2DP stereo audio in maker datasheetBluetooth 2.0 with EDR and A2DP stereo audio.
USBMicro-USB with High Speed USB in maker datasheet; standard 3.5 mm AV/headset connectorMaker specifies Full-Speed USB and infrared; production review confirms micro-USB connector. USB 2.0 compatibility does not establish Hi-Speed transfer. Separate 2.5 mm AV/headset connector.
PositioningIntegrated A-GPS receiver and digital compass; historical Maps navigation licences, services and downloads may no longer operateInternal GPS with assisted GPS and Nokia Maps. Original production reviews describe licensed voice guidance rather than permanent free navigation. Historical services are not promised available today.

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