Nokia G20

Overview

The Nokia G20 has a genuinely impressive battery that barely drains when idle and should remain functional for days. Its satisfyingly simple stock Android software, striking design, and decent main camera all add up to a more-than-respectable package for a $200 phone. But its slow chipset, last-gen Wi-Fi support, and low-resolution display undermine the experience. Anyone willing to spend just a bit more can likely find something better.

-- As reviewed by AndroidCentral

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Last revision on April 19, 2023

Reviewers Liked

Guarantee software updates
Dual SIM and microSD card slots
Very affordable price
Strong battery life
Minimal bloatware

Reviewers Didn't Like

Poor 720p display
Mediocre camera
Doesn't support 5GHz or 5G
Mediatek CPU is fairly slow
Very slow charging

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Expert reviews and ratings

The Nokia G20 is another solid but deeply unspectacular effort from the resurrected Finnish brand. Decent build quality, battery life, and software provisions inspire a level of trust that’s far from common below the £150 mark, but the phone’s poor performance and limited display serve to erode that confidence.

By TechAdvisor on September 27, 2021

After using the Nokia G20 for a week it became clear that this is a budget smartphone with entry-level performance. Nokia promises software updates, but the lacklustre hardware means that the UI struggles to keep up with daily tasks, even though it's running a near-stock version of Android 11. The two-day battery life is quite good, but charging that 5,050mAh battery takes more than three hours.

By Gadgets360 on July 30, 2021

If you’re looking for a budget-friendly smartphone that delivers stock Android without bells and whistles, Nokia G20 is an obvious choice for the shortlist. And the same holds true for those looking for a reliable handset with good audio, especially for calls and playback. And especially for those who need multiple SIM cards for travel.

By AndroidHeadlines on July 30, 2021

The Nokia G20 is a solid and inexpensive entry-level smartphone.

By NotebookCheck on July 24, 2021

By AndroidCentral on July 23, 2021

Weighing the pros and cons of the device, Nokia G20 does a balancing act. The battery and the software are the biggest USPs of the phone. The attractive design is just a bonus. But the phone tends to suffer in the performance aspect and the slow-charging can test your patience if you've used faster-charging phones. Finally, the camera setup has limitations and demanding too much from it will only leave you disappointed, especially in low-light and night.

By IBTimes on August 13, 2021

We subjected Nokia G20 to our trademark rigorous and detailed evaluation. After using it as our daily driver for over 3 weeks, we recommend it as a reliable mid-range smartphone that excels in battery and imaging.

By NPU on July 26, 2021

Nokia G20

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