Is Nokia XR20 with Military-Grade Durability, Strong Chip, and Long-lasting Battery a Good Choice at $560?

Nokia has always been a cherished brand among fans. Their smartphones are eagerly anticipated by a large portion of enthusiasts. Recently, Nokia unveiled the Nokia XR20, promising a mid-range phone with exceptional durability and water resistance.

Afterwards, a photo was posted on the Nokia community page, seemingly depicting the Nokia XR20 with water droplet effects around, suggesting its water-resistant capability.

Based on the image, the rear of the new Nokia phone stands out with a square quad-camera setup tuned by Zeiss and possibly featuring IP68 water resistance. The device boasts a rather angular design, equipped with a USB-C port while retaining the 3.5mm headphone jack.

On the front, there's a 6.67-inch Full HD+ LCD display, likely to be protected by a sturdy glass for durability. Additionally, the large screen will provide users with ample viewing space, ensuring a fantastic experience for watching movies and entertainment.

Stable Performance with Snapdragon Chip

According to recent rumors, the Nokia XR20 is expected to be equipped with the budget-friendly Snapdragon 480 chip from Qualcomm. This chip is manufactured on an 8nm process, featuring 8 cores with a maximum clock speed of 2.0 GHz and accompanied by the Adreno 619 GPU. Despite being a budget chip, it's a 5G chip, ensuring higher network speeds for the Nokia XR20.

Thanks to the Snapdragon 480 chip, Nokia has been able to bring 5G technology to a wider audience in the budget segment with the Nokia XR20.

Paired with the Snapdragon 480 chip, the device will come with 4GB of RAM, allowing users to multitask smoothly for basic tasks, enhancing their overall usage experience.

While the specifications of the Nokia XR20 may not be overly powerful at the current time, the device will still easily cater to users' daily tasks such as web browsing, streaming movies, checking emails, etc. As for heavier tasks like gaming, the device should handle light titles smoothly.

Versatile Photography Expected within the Price Range

There isn't much information available about the rear camera setup of the Nokia XR20, but it's known to be a square quad-camera setup designed and tuned by ZEISS, accompanied by a pair of LED flashlights. The main camera boasts a 48MP resolution, ensuring sharp images.

The remaining camera sensors could include depth sensors, macro sensors, etc., enhancing the device's ability to capture diverse photography with various modes.

In addition, the device is equipped with a front camera boasting an 8MP resolution, catering to all sharp selfie needs or video calls on social media.

Large 5,000 mAh Battery

Another impressive feature of the Nokia XR20 is its hefty 5,000 mAh battery capacity upon its public debut. The device is also expected to support fast charging technology, although the power output remains undisclosed.

With this battery, the Nokia XR20 will provide a complete experience, operating continuously throughout the day!

For Nokia fans, this is cause for celebration as they have been eagerly awaiting a truly durable smartphone like the Nokia XR20.

*Updated on 07/28/2021

1. Nokia XR20's Durability Meets 'Rock-Solid' Standards

The Nokia XR20 is equipped with a robust casing that can withstand drops from heights of 1.8m and operates well in environmental temperatures ranging from -22°C to 55°C. It also achieves IP68 water and dust resistance certification, capable of surviving in water depths of 1.5m for up to 30 minutes. The front of the device will feature Gorilla Glass Victus, similar to current flagship models.

Learn more: Nokia XR20 showcases an impressively robust build: Resilient to drops and impacts

2. Equipped with a Powerful 'Dragon' Chipset and 5G Support

Powering the XR20 is the Snapdragon 480 chipset with 6GB of RAM, the device comes in a single internal storage variant of 128GB. Despite being an entry-level chipset, the Snapdragon 480 matches the performance of the Snapdragon 720G, with its standout feature being 5G connectivity support.

Not stopping there, the Nokia XR20 features a 4,630mAh battery with 18W fast charging technology and 15W wireless charging. The device will come equipped with Android 11 out of the box, with Nokia committing to 3 years of OS updates and 4 years of security updates.

3. Camera Specifications Revealed

The Nokia XR20 will still be equipped with a camera setup customized by Zeiss, featuring two lenses: a 48MP main camera with an aperture of F/1.8 and a 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera with an aperture of F/2.4.

4. Officially hitting the shelves by the end of August 2021

The Nokia XR20 will be priced at $550 (Approximately 12.7 million VND), with the company offering two color options: Blue and Gray, and will be available for sale on 08/24 upcoming.

Who Will the Nokia XR20 Suit?

With its robust features, emphasizing durability, the device will be highly suitable for those in need of a long-lasting device, individuals seeking a smartphone with military-grade durability standards.

What are your impressions of the Nokia XR20? Leave your comments below and let's discuss together!

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