Nokia G50

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A big screen and 5G support make the G50 an ideal phone for stream fiends trying not to break the bank. It's not especially quick, and those cameras are merely OK, but it's still a lot of device for your cash.

-- As reviewed by Stuff

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Last revision on February 2, 2024

Reviewers Liked

Low-cost 5G
Big 5000mAh battery promises two-day usage
Pure Android with guaranteed updates
Bright, punchy and responsive HD+ display panel

Reviewers Didn't Like

Performance sluggish at times
Cameras only so-so
Lots of competition from Chinese manufacturers

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Expert reviews and ratings

Making a smartphone that stands out from the crowd is no easy task. Nokia’s latest G50 is a testament to this; it’s a smartphone with no glaring weaknesses but no praiseworthy strengths either. It has a big screen, good battery life and the promise of software updates, which speak well to its longevity. But with poor cameras, slow performance and a low-resolution display, it isn’t the best smartphone for most people.

By TrustedReviews on January 28, 2022

F inding Finding a good budget 5G phone seems as elusive as finding a unicorn these days. Not only do manufacturers have to keep the price as low as possible, but the device also has to pull off some advanced 5G-compatible technologies. No wonder phone...

By The Verge on November 03, 2021

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Nokia G50 cuts a stunning figure in almost any lightingThe Nokia G50 is easily one of the least expensive 5G phones on the market so I, of course, leaped at the chance to review the gadget when offered. While my experience with networking was basically...

By androidheadlines.com on October 11, 2021

By Stuff on September 27, 2021

The Nokia G50 is another sub-$300 phone with 5G, and it benefits from solid build quality and clean software. Like its direct rivals, however, it makes several telling compromises to hit those next-gen network speeds. You really need to ask yourself how much 5G is worth to you before committing to any of these phones, but if you do, the Nokia G50 won’t let you down.

By TechRadar on September 22, 2021

Hands on: On first impressions, the Nokia G50 seeks to offer the things that matter in an un-fussy fashion. You get a big battery, big screen and you're future-proofed thanks to 5G support and having the Android One program for software updates.

By Pocket-Lint on September 22, 2021

The Nokia G50 is a strong performer for the price. Its camera set-up is impressive and produces great shots, especially in portrait mode. The design is simple and sophisticated: it’s a little clunky, but still light enough when compared to similar handsets, and didn’t feel like a dead weight in the pocket.

By Independent on September 22, 2021

Nokia G50

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