Nokia·Mid-range · Released Sep 2005

Nokia N70

A compact 2005 N-series Symbian phone with 3G and a 2 MP camera.

42/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$500
Color · Silver/Black
Display
2.1" 262k LCD
OS
Symbian S60 v2
Memory
32 MB · MMC
Main cam
2 MP
Battery
750 mAh
Weight
126 g
Quick answer

The Nokia N70 is a mid-range Nokia smartphone released Sep 2005, with a launch price of $500. It pairs its chipset with a 2.1" 262k LCD display, a 2 MP main camera and a 750 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 42/100 — An N-series founding device. Standout strengths: one of the first n-series devices. and 3g video calling support. Main trade-off: small 2.1" screen.

AI Snapshot

An N-series founding device.

Nokia N70 was among the first phones to bear the N-series branding — a compact 3G Symbian smartphone with a Carl Zeiss camera and Java/Symbian apps. It defined a multimedia-phone template that the N-series would refine across the late 2000s.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display46
Camera50
Performance38
Battery50
Build62
Value54
  • One of the first N-series devices.
  • 3G video calling support.
  • 2 MP Carl Zeiss autofocus camera.
  • Stereo speakers + Symbian S60.

Full specifications

Type
TFT 262k colours
Size
2.1 inches
Resolution
176 × 208 px
Main
2 MP, autofocus, LED, Carl Zeiss
Selfie
VGA video-call cam
Video
CIF

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
Era reference
Δ class avg -100.0%
This
1
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Nokia N70 compares

Nokia N70iPhone 6Nokia 5800 XpressMusic
SpecEagle score424242
ChipsetApple A8
Display2.1" 262k LCD4.7" LCD 60 Hz3.2" resistive
Main camera2 MP8 MP · f/2.23.2 MP Carl Zeiss
Battery750 mAh1,810 mAh1,320 mAh
Launch price$500$649$390

Frequently asked questions

When was the Nokia N70 released?

The Nokia N70 was released in Sep 2005.

How much does the Nokia N70 cost?

The Nokia N70 launched at $500 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Nokia N70 screen size and type?

The Nokia N70 has a 2.1" 262k LCD display.

How much RAM and storage does the Nokia N70 have?

The Nokia N70 ships with 32 MB · MMC (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Nokia N70 battery capacity?

The Nokia N70 has a 750 mAh battery.

What is the Nokia N70 main camera?

The Nokia N70 has a 2 MP main camera.

Does the Nokia N70 have a headphone jack?

The Nokia N70 does not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How much does the Nokia N70 weigh?

The Nokia N70 weighs 126 g.

What colours does the Nokia N70 come in?

The Nokia N70 is available in 1 colour: Silver/Black.

Is the Nokia N70 worth buying?

Nokia N70 was among the first phones to bear the N-series branding — a compact 3G Symbian smartphone with a Carl Zeiss camera and Java/Symbian apps. It defined a multimedia-phone template that the N-series would refine across the late 2000s. SpecEagle gives the Nokia N70 an editorial score of 42/100.

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