Nokia Lumia 520

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The Nokia Lumia 520 was a discontinued entry-level Windows Phone 8 device with a 4-inch IPS LCD display, a 1GHz dual-core processor, and a 5-megapixel camera. It had 512MB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.

Nokia Lumia 520 Price

At the time of it's release in 2013, April, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Nokia Lumia 520 was about 70 EUR.

The retail price of a new or used/second hand Nokia Lumia 520 varies widely depending on factors including availability, condition of device, your town or location and market demand. Click here to compare the price of Nokia Lumia 520 across different regions, markets and countries.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

How to reset or factory restore Nokia Lumia 520 device?

There are several methods to reset or factory restore a Nokia Lumia 520 device. The most common and recommended ways are: 1. Soft Reset: This is an easily accessible option and can be done by following these steps: * Press and hold both the Power and Volume buttons together. * Release the buttons after about 10 seconds. * The phone will reset and start in boot mode. * To access factory reset, press and hold the Volume Up button and select "Recovery". * Select "Yes: Clean Boot" and wait for the phone to reboot. 2. Hard Reset: This method involves a physical reset of the phone and should be used as a last resort. It will erase all data on the phone. To perform a hard reset, follow these steps: * Remove the battery from the phone by pressing the back cover off. * Press and hold the Volume Up button while connecting the phone to the charger. * Release the button after about 30 seconds and wait for the phone to start up. * To access factory reset, press and hold the Volume Up button and select "Recovery". * Select "Yes: Clean Boot" and wait for the phone to reboot. 3. PC Reset: This method involves accessing the recovery mode and then performing a factory reset on the phone. To perform a PC reset, follow these steps: * Connect the phone to the PC with the provided USB cable. * Open the Nokia PC suite and make sure the phone is detected. * Click on the Recovery Tab and select "My Device is not working". * Select "Software recovery" and download the latest software. * Wait for the phone to reboot and select the first option to access recovery mode. * To access factory reset, choose "Recover to options mode". * Select "Yes: Factory data reset" and wait for the phone to reboot. It's important to note that it's always best to perform a backup of all important data before attempting any reset or factory restore on your Nokia Lumia 520 device.

What is the battery life of the Nokia Lumia 520?

The Nokia Lumia 520 has a battery life of up to 14 hours talk time and 360 hours standby time.

What type of SIM card does the Nokia Lumia 520 use?

The Nokia Lumia 520 uses a micro-SIM card.

What is the display size of the Nokia Lumia 520?

The Nokia Lumia 520 has a 4 inch display.


Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100 - RM-914
HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - RM-917
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps

Launch

Announced2013, February. Released 2013, April
StatusDiscontinued

Body

Dimensions119.9 x 64 x 9.9 mm, 75.7 cc (4.72 x 2.52 x 0.39 in)
Weight124 g (4.37 oz)
BuildGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIMMicro-SIM

Display

TypeIPS LCD
Size4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~59.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass

Platform

OSMicrosoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to 8.1
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8227
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz
GPUAdreno 305

Memory

Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal8GB 512MB RAM

Main Camera

Single5 MP, f/2.4, 28mm (wide), 1/4.0", AF
Video720p@30fps

Selfie camera

No

Sound

LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes

Comms

WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
NFCNo
RadioFM Radio
USBmicroUSB 2.0

Features

SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Battery

TypeLi-Ion 1430 mAh, removable (BL-5J)
Stand-byUp to 360 h (3G)
Talk timeUp to 14 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 9 h 40 min (3G)
Music playUp to 61 h

Misc

ColorsYellow, red, cyan, white/black
SAR0.77 W/kg (head)
SAR EU1.09 W/kg (head)
PriceAbout 70 EUR

Tests

DisplayContrast ratio: 834:1 (nominal) / 1.161:1 (sunlight)
CameraPhoto / Video
LoudspeakerVoice 68dB / Noise 69dB / Ring 66dB
Audio qualityNoise -82.3dB / Crosstalk -81.8dB
Battery lifeEndurance rating 49h

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