UAE Price
AED 349
India Price
₹8,999
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Smartphone · Nokia · 2023
The Nokia C22 128GB is Nokia's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~81.6% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm) chipset. It comes with a 5000 mAh battery. At AED 349 in the UAE and ₹8,999 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Nokia C22 128GB excels with its 5000mAh battery delivering multi-day use on light tasks, 128GB storage eliminating need for cloud reliance, and a 6.5-inch IPS LCD offering sharp 720x1600 clarity for media. It targets seniors or first-time smartphone users in low-connectivity areas who prioritize battery longevity over speed, not gamers or multitaskers. Its Unisoc SC9863A chipset struggles with app loading, and 10W charging takes over 3 hours to fill the battery. No NFC limits digital payments. In UAE at AED 349, it’s competitive because no other 5000mAh phone under AED 400 offers 128GB storage. In India at ₹8999, it’s overpriced—real alternatives like the Redmi 12 offer 5000mAh, 4G LTE, and better performance for ₹8000. Skip if you need responsive apps or fast charging.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 10W wired |
| Battery Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Dual | 13 MP, (wide), AF 2 MP (macro) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 8 MP |
| Video | Yes |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP |
| Positioning | GPS |
| NFC | No |
| Radio | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Dimensions | 164.6 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm (6.48 x 2.99 x 0.34 in) |
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Type | IPS LCD |
| Size | 6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~81.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass |
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 128 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity |
| Colors | Sand, Midnight Black |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, February 25 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, February 25 |
| OS | Android 13 (Go edition) |
| Chipset | Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | IMG8322 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the C22.
It may still be worth buying if you need a basic, reliable phone for calls, messaging, and light apps without spending much. Its 128GB storage and Android Go support make it a budget-friendly option for secondary use or elderly users.
The Nokia C22 128GB is priced at AED 349 in the UAE. It is widely available through major retailers and online stores across the country.
The Nokia C22 128GB is priced at ₹8999 in India. It can be purchased from authorized Nokia sellers and leading e-commerce platforms.
The Nokia C22 128GB captures decent photos in good lighting with its 13MP main camera, suitable for social media and basic sharing. Low-light performance is limited, and video recording is capped at 1080p at 30fps.
The Nokia C22 128GB offers up to two days of battery life with moderate usage, thanks to its 3000mAh battery and efficient Android Go OS. It handles all-day use for calls, messaging, and light browsing without needing a recharge.
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