Nokia 2 — Full Specifications, Features & Price in Pakistan

Introduction

The Nokia 2 is the original 2017 model that launched HMD's budget '2' series — and the name is a trap, because the later 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 are entirely different phones. This guide covers the 2017 Nokia 2: 5-inch HD display, Snapdragon 212, 1GB RAM and a 4100mAh battery, praised in its day for two-day endurance and a sturdy aluminium frame. In 2026 it is deeply obsolete — no updates since 2018, Android 8.1 at best, batteries pushing nine years old.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Specification	Detail
Brand / Model	Nokia 2 (2017) — not the 2.1 / 2.2 / 2.3 / 2.4
Launch	Announced October 2017; released November 2017
Dimensions	143.5 x 71.3 x 9.3 mm
Weight	161 g
Display	5.0-inch LTPS IPS LCD, 16:9
Resolution	720 x 1280 pixels (~294 ppi)
Chipset	Qualcomm MSM8909v2 Snapdragon 212 (28 nm)
CPU	Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
RAM	1 GB
Storage	8 GB
microSD	Yes, dedicated slot, up to 128 GB
Rear camera	8 MP, autofocus, LED flash; 720p video at 30fps
Front camera	5 MP; 720p video
Battery	4100 mAh Li-ion, non-removable
OS at launch	Android 7.1.1 Nougat; upgradable to Android 8.1 Oreo
Wi-Fi	802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth	4.1 with A2DP, LE
NFC	No
USB	microUSB 2.0
Fingerprint sensor	No
Colours	Pewter/Black, Pewter/White, Copper/Black

Design and Build Quality

The Nokia 2 feels more premium than its price suggested: an aluminium frame between Gorilla Glass 3 and a matte plastic back, in two-tone finishes like Pewter/Black and Copper/Black. At 143.5 mm and 161 grams it is compact and solid. No fingerprint sensor, no water resistance — standard for 2017 budget phones. The metal frame is why many used units survive cosmetically. Check for frame dents from drops and for the delamination or discolouration that affects old LCDs.

Display Features

The 5.0-inch LTPS IPS LCD has a 16:9 ratio and 720 x 1280 resolution (~294 ppi), protected by Gorilla Glass 3. LTPS is a slightly more power-efficient LCD variant, which helped the phone's battery reputation. Sharpness is fine for a 5-inch screen. On a nine-year-old used unit, test backlight uniformity and touch accuracy — many surviving panels have yellowed or developed bright spots.

Processor and Performance

The Snapdragon 212 pairs four 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 cores with Adreno 304 graphics on 28 nm. The Cortex-A7 is an older, weaker core than the A53 in later Nokia budget phones, making the Nokia 2 the slowest phone in this guide — slower than the 2.1 that replaced it. Calls and SMS are fine, but even WhatsApp can feel sluggish on 1GB RAM, and modern web browsing is painful.

RAM and Storage

1GB of RAM and 8GB of storage — the tightest combination in this guide, already tight in 2017. After the system, only a few gigabytes remain, so the phone realistically holds WhatsApp and a couple of light apps. The dedicated microSD slot (up to 128GB) takes media without sacrificing a SIM but cannot fix the RAM ceiling. Check available storage in Settings; a neglected unit will need a factory reset.

Camera Features

8MP rear camera with autofocus and LED flash (720p video); 5MP front camera — basic even by 2017 standards. Daylight record shots are acceptable; anything else is poor. No portrait mode, no night mode, no stabilisation. Test both cameras and the flash on a used unit and check the lens for scratches; replacement modules for a 2017 phone are effectively unavailable.

Battery and Charging

The 4100mAh battery was the Nokia 2's claim to fame — HMD advertised up to 19 hours of talk time and 139 hours of music playback, and two-day life was genuine when new. A lithium cell approaching nine years old will hold a fraction of its original capacity, so expect far less. Charging is slow microUSB with no fast charging. Test over several hours of real use before buying.

Software and Updates

Launched on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, updated to Android 8.1 Oreo in 2018 — and that was the end. No security patches for the better part of a decade. In 2026, Android 8.1 means a large and growing share of current apps will not install or run: banking apps, government service apps and newer messaging versions are all likely to refuse. Install every app you need on the actual handset first — for most buyers, the software alone rules this phone out.

Connectivity and Additional Features

GSM, HSPA and LTE (Cat 4) with single or dual nano-SIM, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n with hotspot, Bluetooth 4.1 and GPS with GLONASS and BeiDou. No 5G, no NFC. microUSB 2.0, 3.5mm jack and FM radio with RDS are present. Sensors: accelerometer, proximity and compass. Everything a 2017 budget phone needed; everything modern is absent.

Variants, Colours and Availability

Sold as 1GB RAM with 8GB storage, single or dual nano-SIM, in Pewter/Black, Pewter/White and Copper/Black. Do not confuse it with the Nokia 2.1 (Snapdragon 425, 2018), 2.2, 2.3 or 2.4 — all different phones; sellers mix up the names too. Check 'About phone' for the model name before paying. PTA approval is per-device and per-IMEI: verify by IMEI (see the PTA guides linked below).

Price in Pakistan and PTA Information

WhatMobile Pakistan lists the Nokia 2 as 'Discontinued' (checked 2026-10-11) — no official new-unit price, and none for years. Surviving units trade for small amounts on the used market, priced on condition and whether the battery still holds a charge. Given the dead software and battery age, pay little and expect little. PTA approval is strictly per-device and per-IMEI: two handsets of the same model can have different tax/registration status, so never assume a used unit is PTA approved. Learn what PTA approval means, how to check PTA approval and how to check an IMEI before paying for any used phone.

Main Advantages and Limitations

Advantages:

• Sturdy aluminium frame with Gorilla Glass 3
• 4100mAh battery — class-leading endurance when new
• Dedicated microSD slot (up to 128GB) without losing dual SIM
• Compact 5-inch size; 3.5mm jack and FM radio with RDS

Limitations:

• Dead since 2018 — Android 8.1, no patches; most modern apps will not run
• Snapdragon 212 (Cortex-A7) — weakest chip in this guide
• Only 1GB RAM / 8GB storage
• Nine-year-old battery heavily degraded
• No fingerprint sensor, no NFC, no 5G
• Easily confused with the newer 2.1/2.2/2.3/2.4

Who Should Consider This Phone?

Frankly, the 2017 Nokia 2 suits almost nobody in 2026. The only defensible use is an emergency backup for calls and SMS — and only if the battery proves itself in testing and the price is negligible. Not a primary phone, a WhatsApp device, or a gift needing reliability. If the '2' series name appeals, the Nokia 2.4 is a genuinely more usable used phone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the Nokia 2 in Pakistan?

No official price — WhatMobile lists the 2017 Nokia 2 as Discontinued (checked 2026-10-11). Used units trade for small amounts based on condition and battery health; confirm used availability with Zohaan Mobile Gallery.

Is this the same phone as the Nokia 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 or 2.4?

No. This guide covers the original 2017 Nokia 2 (Snapdragon 212). The 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 are later, different phones. Check the model name in Settings before buying.

What processor does the Nokia 2 use?

The Snapdragon 212: quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 with Adreno 304 graphics — the weakest chip in this guide. Fine for calls and SMS; sluggish for anything more.

What are its RAM and storage options?

1GB RAM and 8GB storage only, with a dedicated microSD slot up to 128GB.

How good is the Nokia 2 camera?

Basic: 8MP rear (autofocus, LED flash, 720p video) and 5MP front. Acceptable daylight record shots; poor in low light.

What is the Nokia 2 battery capacity?

4100mAh, non-removable — famous for two-day life when new. Surviving units are eight to nine years old, so expect heavily degraded endurance and test before buying.

Does the Nokia 2 support 5G?

No — GSM, HSPA and LTE (Cat 4) only.

Is the Nokia 2 PTA approved?

PTA status is per-device and per-IMEI and must be checked on the specific handset. See our guides on what PTA approval means and how to check it by IMEI.

Final Verdict and Where to Buy

The 2017 Nokia 2 is a well-built relic — aluminium frame, Gorilla Glass, big battery — but not a viable smartphone in 2026: Android 8.1 with no patches, weak Snapdragon 212, 1GB RAM, nine-year-old battery. Buy only as a dirt-cheap calls-and-SMS backup after thorough battery testing, and never confuse it with the newer 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 or 2.4.

If you are considering a used Nokia 2, always inspect the actual unit: battery health, screen condition and PTA status vary between handsets. You can view the Nokia 2 listing at Zohaan Mobile Gallery, browse all used mobile phones, or read our guide to buying a used mobile safely.

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