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product_id: 2576132
title: "Nokia 5230 Quad-band GSM Cell Phone - Unlocked"
brand: "nokia"
price: "40.62 DT"
currency: TND
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2576132-nokia-5230-quad-band-gsm-cell-phone-unlocked
store_origin: TN
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# 3G global compatibility Quad-band GSM 2 MP camera Nokia 5230 Quad-band GSM Cell Phone - Unlocked

**Brand:** nokia
**Price:** 40.62 DT
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📞 Stay stylishly connected with the Nokia 5230!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nokia 5230 Quad-band GSM Cell Phone - Unlocked by nokia
- **How much does it cost?** 40.62 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/2576132-nokia-5230-quad-band-gsm-cell-phone-unlocked)

## Best For

- nokia enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nokia brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Long-lasting Power:** Enjoy up to 18.25 days of standby time.
- • **Capture Every Moment:** Snap and share with a 2 MP camera and digital zoom.
- • **Stylish & Functional:** Sleek design with a vibrant 3.2-inch touchscreen.
- • **Endless Entertainment:** Access apps, games, and music from Nokia's Ovi Store.
- • **Stay Connected Anywhere:** Unlock the world with quad-band GSM compatibility.

## Overview

The Nokia 5230 is an unlocked quad-band GSM cell phone that offers 3G compatibility, a vibrant 3.2-inch touchscreen, and a 2 MP camera. With access to Nokia's Ovi Store for apps and games, it provides a fun and affordable mobile experience. Enjoy long battery life with up to 18.25 days of standby time, making it perfect for the on-the-go professional.

## Description

Nokia 5230 unlocked Phone - Nokia 5230 Key Product Features One hand, resistive touch with Nokia's intuitive UI Dimensions 111 mmx51.7mm (thickest part 14.5mm), 115 g with/BL-5J battery Memory: Internal 81 MB with hot swappable 4 G microSD in box. Can handle up to 16 GB Talk time: Up to 4.5 hr (3G) /10.7hr (2G) Standby time: Up to 458 h (3G)/452 h (2G) Up to 4.6 hr video playback Mpeg4, up to 3 hr nHD, up to 33 h music playback (offline mode) 3.2 nHD, 640x360, 16 M colors; 16:9 aspect ratio 2.0 MPix , 3x digital zoom camera; Video sharing and Video Streaming (3GPP and CIF) High efficiency charger AC-8, Battery BL-5J and Stereo Headset WH-102 in box 3.5mm AV, uUSB interface to PC, uSD slot, small DC jack A-GPS, Stereo FM radio, MP3/AAC player Bluetooth wireless technology 2.0 interface 3.5G, HSDPA, GPRS/EDGE Operating System : S60 5.0.

Review: Excellent value for the money. Has all the features! - I have to say that this phone is an excellent value in every aspect. It has any feature you could want except wifi but this phone is NOT considered a smartphone by AT&T so you DO NOT HAVE TO PAY THE $30 DATA PLAN FEE and you can use the $10 per month unlimited data!! I bought this phone for my husband because it seemed like the best alternative to an iPhone and similar touchscreen smartphones without the issue of having to pay the ridiculous "Smartphone Plan" fee. The camera works great even though it has no flash. You just set it to night mode and can get a better picture in low light settings. The internal data is plenty generous and you can also add an SD card for more memory. My husband particularly likes this because it means he can use it just like an iPod or any other MP3 player and it also has the built in radio so he can listen to it while at work (he is a residential/commercial remodeler) if he doesn't want to listen to his stored music. You can still answer calls right from the earbuds while using the radio feature. The touch screen is great, the screen size is great. It has fast response time from input or touch. We have absolutely no complaints at all. Some people might not like the idea of not having wifi, but if you think about it, if you buy any similar phone you're going to have to pay the stupid $30 extra monthly fee even if you do not use AT&T internet. With this phone you can just get the $10 unlimited data plan and be done with it. The internet works great on this phone and is fast in our experience. Very happy with the purchase and the price is amazing. Call quality is great as with all Nokias. No issues whatsoever and highly recommended!
Review: Just a perfect phone - I bought this cell phone on black friday and when I recived it I could not be more happier. I tested it in all posibles ways and I am impressed with all funcions I just love have free ovi maps for my gps and I dont have to buy it anymore the only little thing is that no wifi included for this model but for his price was just a bargain and the best part is it works in every country with GSM network (In other words, ALL) You only can say enjoy it!

## Features

- Unlocked quad-band GSM cell phone compatible with 850/900/1800/1900 frequencies and US/International 3G compatibility via 850/900/1900/2100 UMTS/HSDPA plus GPRS/EDGE capabilities
- Fun, stylish, and affordable 3G-enabled touchscreen with 3.2-inch display; download apps, games and music from Nokia's Ovi Store
- 2-megapixel camera/camcorder; Bluetooth stereo music; microSD memory expansion to 16 GB; access to personal/work e-mail and instant messaging services
- Up to 4.5 hours of 3G talk time (7 hours on non-3G), up to 438 hours (18.25 days) of standby time
- What's in the Box: handset, rechargeable battery, charger, wired stereo headset, wrist strap, car mount and holder, user manual
- Unlocked cell phones are compatible with GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile as well as with GSM SIM cards (e.g. H20, Straight Talk, and select prepaid carriers). Unlocked cell phones will not work with CDMA Carriers like Sprint, Verizon, Boost or Virgin.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003DZERC6 |
| Additional Features | Quad-Band, camera, text-messaging, touchscreen |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Average Battery Life Talk Time | 4.5 Hours |
| Battery Average Life | 4.5 Hours |
| Battery Description | Lithium-Ion |
| Biometric Security Feature | Fingerprint Recognition |
| Brand | Nokia |
| Built-In Media | USB Cable |
| CPU Model | Cortex |
| Camera Description | Front, Rear |
| Cellular Technology | 3G |
| Color | White |
| Compatible Devices | Camcorder, Camera, Headset, Mobile Phones, Radio |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Connector Type | 3.5mm Jack |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 73 Reviews |
| Digital Zoom | 3 x |
| Display Pixel Density | 180 Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 640 x 360 |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Frame Rate | 30 fps |
| GPS Geotagging Functionality | AGPS |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm |
| Human-Interface Input | Touchscreen |
| Item Dimensions | 7.75 x 5.5 x 2.25 inches |
| Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Nokia |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 70 GB |
| Model Series | 5200 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| Number of Rear Facing Cameras | 1 |
| Operating System | nokia symbian |
| Optical Sensor Resolution | 2 MP |
| Phone Talk Time | 10.5 Hours |
| Processor Series | Cortex |
| Rear Facing Camera Photo Sensor Resolution | 2 MP |
| Refresh Rate | 60 |
| Resolution | 640 x 360 |
| SIM Card Slot Count | Single SIM |
| Screen Size | 3.2 Inches |
| Sim Card Size | Standard |
| Specific Uses For Product | Outdoor activities, photography, multimedia consumption, international travel |
| UPC | 758478021910 758478023266 758478027189 758478021170 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Video Capture Resolution | 352x288 |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Wireless Network Technology | GSM, UMTS |
| Wireless Provider | T-Mobile |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nokia
- **CPU Model:** Cortex
- **Cellular Technology:** 3G
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 70 GB
- **Model Name:** 5230
- **Operating System:** nokia symbian
- **Refresh Rate:** 60
- **Resolution:** 640 x 360
- **Screen Size:** 3.2 Inches
- **Wireless Carrier:** T-Mobile

## Images

![Nokia 5230 Quad-band GSM Cell Phone - Unlocked - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61MeV38CumL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the rm number? printed inside the case, or enter *#0000#  to see all the model info. i want to be sure it has at&t hsdpa bands 850 & 1900**
A: rm-593 - quad band, including 850 and 1900.

**Q: Is this a smart phone**
A: It is in the sense that it can run applications, but that's the rub.  This runs the old Nokia operating system for which there are very few apps available.

**Q: This is a regular sim card phone right?**
A: Yes, it is a standard size SIM.

**Q: WhatsApp imo run the phone**
A: No, WhatsApp just stopped working on these phones (Nokia old ones).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent value for the money. Has all the features!
*by M***E on August 20, 2010*

I have to say that this phone is an excellent value in every aspect. It has any feature you could want except wifi but this phone is NOT considered a smartphone by AT&T so you DO NOT HAVE TO PAY THE $30 DATA PLAN FEE and you can use the $10 per month unlimited data!! I bought this phone for my husband because it seemed like the best alternative to an iPhone and similar touchscreen smartphones without the issue of having to pay the ridiculous "Smartphone Plan" fee. The camera works great even though it has no flash. You just set it to night mode and can get a better picture in low light settings. The internal data is plenty generous and you can also add an SD card for more memory. My husband particularly likes this because it means he can use it just like an iPod or any other MP3 player and it also has the built in radio so he can listen to it while at work (he is a residential/commercial remodeler) if he doesn't want to listen to his stored music. You can still answer calls right from the earbuds while using the radio feature. The touch screen is great, the screen size is great. It has fast response time from input or touch. We have absolutely no complaints at all. Some people might not like the idea of not having wifi, but if you think about it, if you buy any similar phone you're going to have to pay the stupid $30 extra monthly fee even if you do not use AT&T internet. With this phone you can just get the $10 unlimited data plan and be done with it. The internet works great on this phone and is fast in our experience. Very happy with the purchase and the price is amazing. Call quality is great as with all Nokias. No issues whatsoever and highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just a perfect phone
*by N***2 on December 19, 2010*

I bought this cell phone on black friday and when I recived it I could not be more happier. I tested it in all posibles ways and I am impressed with all funcions I just love have free ovi maps for my gps and I dont have to buy it anymore the only little thing is that no wifi included for this model but for his price was just a bargain and the best part is it works in every country with GSM network (In other words, ALL) You only can say enjoy it!

### ⭐⭐ Poor usability. With this price? Go for the iPhone.
*by D***L on July 3, 2010*

Nokia had many GREAT phones in the past but this one is just POOR. I had many Nokia phones before and they all had great usability. The Nokia 5230 Nuron, however, makes me very disappointed. I *rarely* refer to user's manual for electronic gadgets but this one got me. I work as a User Interface Designer and I consider myself pretty techie. I struggled a lot when I use the phone. Thought maybe it was my problem. No. Gave it to another coworker to test it and he also got stuck on entering the most basic: Contacts. 1. I spent 30 minutes trying to figure out how to use QWERTY to enter my contacts. I had the Alphanumeric keypad up and I tried to find how to turn the QWERTY on. Click on the icon that looks like a keyboard. And they trick you! A dropdown comes up and it only has 'Handwriting' and 'Alphanumeric keypad' on it. No QWERTY. I tried turning the phone horizontally. Nothing changed. Little did I know I had to turn the phone "anti-clockwise" to trigger the QWERTY keyboard to come up. If you turn it the other way it won't work. Fine! Now I learned. But that keyboard icon just totally got me. If a keyboard can't be turned on from there, then don't make the icon looks like a keyboard for goodness sake! 2. The MAP interaction is unintuitive. I have the phone for 2 days already and I'm still trying to figure out how to use it properly. First of all, who would use a SmartPhone MAP for the sake of looking at it these days? Its main purpose should be for user to "get directions" to a place! Not for the Nuron. I open the MAP and I don't know what to do. I see an "Options" button. I click on it and was hoping to see a "Go to place" link. No. Instead I see a bunch of useless links. The MOST important link isn't there. Then there's a "Search" button. EVERYTIME I click on it, I keep forgetting that I have to ERASE everything I typed in before in order to enter new entry. OH and to make it worse, you have to repeat that for 3 total fields (ZIP code, Street Name, Street Number!) (Why not combine Street Number and Street Name????) Then you have to click 'Options' again to hit 'Search'. Then it tells you how many miles afar... (I didn't know that the number of miles is THAT important. It's the first thing I need to know? I DON'T CARE!!!) THEN you click that Address again (took me awhile to figure that out) to hit 'Drive to'. Took me 30 minutes to find that out. 3. EVERY time after I put in the battery and switch it on, it resets the Date/Time/Country. You have to reenter EVERYTHING again. Shouldn't a SmartPhone be able to detect where you are and the timezone?? Many more but I don't want to go into it. Bottom line, with this kind of price ($165)? Go for the iPhone.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-11*