Nokia 1 — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

The Nokia 1 is smartphone history: launched by HMD Global in early 2018, it was among the world's first Android Go phones — and Pakistan's first — built as a dependable, ultra-affordable 4G phone with Nokia's famous build quality. Eight years on, it survives only on the used market, and this guide is written honestly for that reality.

Read this first: the Nokia 1 runs Android 8.1 Go with 1GB of RAM. Modern WhatsApp and most banking apps require newer Android versions and will not install or run reliably. This is a phone for calls, SMS, FM radio, and very light use — not a daily smartphone in 2026.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Specification	Details
Brand and model	Nokia 1 (HMD Global)
Launched	February 2018; released April 2018
Dimensions / weight	133.6 x 67.8 x 9.5 mm; 131 g
Display	4.5" IPS LCD, 480x854 (FWVGA), 16:9, ~218 ppi
Chipset	MediaTek MT6737M (28nm); quad 1.1GHz Cortex-A53
RAM / storage	1GB + 8GB (eMMC 5.0); microSD to 128GB (uses SIM2)
Rear camera	5MP AF, LED flash; 480p video
Front camera	2MP
Battery	2150mAh, removable
OS	Android 8.1 Oreo (Go edition) — no further updates
SIM	Dual SIM (micro + nano, dual standby)
Colours	Warm Red, Dark Blue (+ Xpress-on covers)
Extras	FM radio, 3.5mm jack, microUSB 2.0
Biometrics	None

Design and Build Quality

Classic Nokia: 131g polycarbonate body with Xpress-on removable covers for instant colour swaps. Under the cover sit the removable battery, two SIM slots, and microSD — user-serviceability that vanished from phones years ago. It feels solid, survives drops, and the 4.5-inch screen makes it a true one-hand device. No fingerprint sensor, no water resistance, unapologetically 2018.

Display Features

The 4.5-inch 480x854 IPS LCD (~218 ppi) is soft by any modern standard, with thick bezels and weak direct-sunlight legibility. In 2018 it was fit for purpose — Android Go apps were designed for this class of screen. For calls, SMS, and FM radio it remains usable; for reading, browsing, or video, it is a poor 2026 experience.

Processor and Performance

The 28nm MT6737M (quad 1.1GHz) with 1GB RAM was entry-level in 2018 and is museum-grade today. Android Go was optimised for exactly this hardware — lighter Go apps, tuned memory management — but the phone is still slow: seconds to open apps, essentially one app at a time. Reliable for the basics; anything more is asking too much.

RAM and Storage

1GB RAM and 8GB storage (a few GB usable after system) is the hardest limit. MicroSD to 128GB helps for media but apps must fit the tiny internal partition. On the used market, check storage health: eight-year-old eMMC can develop bad blocks, and a Nokia 1 with storage errors is not worth repairing.

Camera Features

5MP rear with autofocus and LED flash (480p video) plus a 2MP front camera — acceptable ultra-budget hardware in 2018, far below even today's cheapest phones. Daylight snapshots are recognisable; the simple app offers panorama and basic manual controls. Treat the camera as an emergency backup, not a feature.

Battery and Charging

The removable 2150mAh battery is the most practical used-market advantage — a worn cell swaps in seconds without tools, if you can find a compatible one. HMD rated 9 hours talk and 360 hours standby. Charging is basic microUSB (5V/1A); no fast charging. Budget for a replacement battery or verify the existing one survives a full standby day.

Software and Updates

Android 8.1 Go — and that is where it ends. Update support concluded years ago: no security patches, no upgrades, no official path forward. Current WhatsApp and most banking apps require newer Android with current patch levels and will refuse to install or crash. Buy only if you do not need modern apps.

Connectivity and Additional Features

Complete for 2018: 4G LTE (bands 1/3/5/7/8/20/38/40), Wi-Fi b/g/n with hotspot, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS/A-GPS, FM radio, 3.5mm jack, dual SIM. No NFC, fingerprint sensor, USB-C, or 5G. The Nokia 1 was officially sold in Pakistan, so legitimate PTA-approved used units exist — verify the IMEI by SMS to 8484 regardless.

Variants, Colours and Availability

One variant (1GB+8GB) in Warm Red and Dark Blue with interchangeable Xpress-on covers; launched in Pakistan around Rs. 8,999–9,100 with warranty in 2018. Today: used-market only — no new units, no manufacturer warranty, parts limited to what the used market provides.

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

No current verified market price exists — WhatMobile lists it as "Not Available". Historical 2018 prices (Rs. 7,999–9,100) are context only. Used units trade for a few thousand rupees by condition; the store's catalog reference (Rs. 6,000) is a reference figure, not a market price — confirm any price with Zohaan Mobile Gallery. Verify the used unit's IMEI by SMS to 8484; confirm vintage-device warranty coverage with the store directly.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages: Classic Nokia toughness; removable battery; Xpress-on covers, dual SIM, microSD, FM radio, 3.5mm jack; compact 131g one-hand design; officially launched in Pakistan — PTA-approved used units exist.

Limitations: Android 8.1 Go obsolete — no WhatsApp or banking apps; 1GB/8GB cannot handle 2026 apps; 480p display, 5MP camera, no biometrics; used-only, no warranty, aging batteries; unusable as a 2026 primary phone.

Who Should Consider This Phone?

A niche 2026 purchase: backup phone for calls/SMS, a child's first phone with no internet needs, a rough-environment work phone, or a Nokia collector's piece. Its toughness, removable battery, and FM radio make it a credible emergency phone. Not for anyone needing WhatsApp, banking, or any modern app — those buyers should get a newer used phone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nokia 1 available in Pakistan?

Only used — officially launched in 2018, not sold new for years. No new units or manufacturer warranty.

What is the price of the Nokia 1 in Pakistan?

No verified current price (WhatMobile: "Not Available"). Used units trade for a few thousand rupees — ask Zohaan Mobile Gallery on WhatsApp.

Can the Nokia 1 run WhatsApp?

Not reliably — Android 8.1 Go is obsolete. Do not buy it if you need WhatsApp.

Can I use banking apps?

No — they require newer Android with current security patches.

What are its specifications?

MT6737M, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage (microSD to 128GB), 4.5" 480x854 display, 5MP/2MP cameras, 2150mAh removable battery, Android 8.1 Go.

Is the battery removable?

Yes — user-replaceable, a rarity that helps used units if you can source a fresh cell.

Is it PTA approved?

Officially launched here, so PTA-approved units exist — verify the used unit's IMEI by SMS to 8484.

What is it good for in 2026?

Calls, SMS, FM radio, alarm, emergency backup — or collecting. Not a primary smartphone.

Final Verdict

The Nokia 1 deserves respect as the phone that brought Android Go to Pakistan — tough, honest, well-built for 2018. In 2026 it is vintage: 1GB RAM and Android 8.1 Go cannot run modern apps, and it is used-only with no warranty. Buy it as a backup, a work-site beater, or a collector's item — never as your primary smartphone.

Call to Action

See the Nokia 1 at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, explore the full mobile collection, or WhatsApp us at +92 305 8452080 for the confirmed current price and PTA verification. Or visit our Rahim Yar Khan store to check the phone in hand before you buy.