Nokia Lumia 520: specs, release date, camera, screen, size, reviews

Added 05.16.14 | Updated 02.18.20

Key Features of the Nokia Lumia 520

  • Model: Lumia 520
  • Brand: Nokia
  • Rating: 3.50 out of 5 (2 votes)
  • Release Date:  February 29, 2024
  • Price: 70 EUR
  • Processor
  • Storage and memory: 8 GB
  • Screen: IPS LCD 4 inc
  • Main Camera:  Single, 5MP
  • Selfie Camera:  , 0MP

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Nokia Lumia 520 Detailed Specifications in Table

Common | Price | Design | Screen | Hardware | Memory | Software | Main Camera | Selfie camera | Cellular | Connectivity | Battery | Audio | Sensors | Performance Benchmark

Nokia Lumia 520 Release dateCommon

Brand and model

Nokia Lumia 520

Other names

Versions: Nokia Lumia 521 RM-917 (T-Mobile)

Launch date

29 February 2024

Nokia Lumia 520 PricePrice

First price

70 EUR

Nokia Lumia 520 dimension, size, weightDesign

Height

4.72 inc (119.9 mm)

Width

2.52 inc ( 64 mm)

Depth

0.39 inc ( 9.9 mm)

Weight

4.37 oz (124 grams)

Build materials

Plastic body

Water resistant

Colors

Yellow, red, cyan, white/black

Nokia Lumia 520 screenScreen

Technology IPS LCD
Size

4 inc

Screen Area

45.5 cm2

Resolution

480 x 800 px

Points per inch

233 PPI

Color Depth

16M

Ratio (height:width)

5:3

Ratio (screen:body)

59.3%

Screen Protection

Scratch-resistant glass

Nokia Lumia 520 ProcessorHardware

Chipset

- Qualcomm MSM8227

Processor CPU

- Dual-core 1.0 GHz

Graphics processor GPU

- Adreno 305

Nokia Lumia 520 Memory and storageMemory

Internal Memory

8 GB, 512 MB RAM

Memory Card Slot

microSD, up to 64 GB (dedicated slot)

Nokia Lumia 520 SoftwareSoftware

Operating System (OS)

Microsoft Windows Phone 8, upgradable to 8.1

User Interface

Nokia Lumia 520 main camera specsMain Camera

Number of Cameras

Single

Specs

-5 MP, f/2.4, 28mm (wide), 1/4'', AF

Video Recording 720p@30fps

Nokia Lumia 520 selfie camera specsSelfie camera

Number of Cameras

Specs

-

Nokia Lumia 520 Cellular BandsCellular

Bands GSM / HSPA
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions
SIM Card Micro-SIM
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
SAR EU 1.09 W/kg (head)    
SAR 0.77 W/kg (head)    

Nokia Lumia 520 wifi bluetooth gps nfcConnectivity

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update
GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFC No
USB microUSB 2.0

Nokia Lumia 520 Battery type and CapacityBattery

Capacity

1430 mAh

Type

 Removable Li-Ion

Endurance

Standby - Up to 360 h (3G)
Video playback - Up to 14 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 9 h 40 min (3G)
Audio playback - Up to 61 h

Charging

-

Nokia Lumia 520 sound and multimediaAudio

Headphone Jack Yes
Radio FM Radio
Others -Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic

Sensors

Accelerometer, proximity

Other specifications

Others

Performance Benchmark

Nokia Lumia 520 antutu score Antutu Score

Antutu 7 Score7177 (Position 1936 out of 2128)

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Nokia Lumia 520 geekbench ScoreGeekbench Score

GeekBench 4 Single Core292 (Position 996 out of 1025)
GeekBench 4 Multi-Core550 (Position 996 out of 1023)

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Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Nokia. However, there may be differences in specifications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Nokia Lumia 520 cost?

The price of the Nokia Lumia 520 varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 70 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Nokia Lumia 520 come out?

Nokia Lumia 520 mobile was launched on February 29, 2024 in these colors: Yellow, red, cyan, white/black.

What is the size and weight of Nokia Lumia 520 ?

The Nokia Lumia 520 has dimensions of Height: 119.9 mm Width: 64 mm Thickness: 9.9 mm and weighs approximately 124 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Nokia Lumia 520?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 4 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 480 x 800 px at a pixel density of 233 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Nokia Lumia 520 have?

Device comes with chipset Qualcomm MSM8227 with processor Dual-core 1.0 GHz. Nokia Lumia 520 is available with internal memory of 8 GB, 512 MB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Nokia Lumia 520?

The device have a Single rear camera setup with specs of 5 MP, f/2.4, 28mm (wide), 1/4'', AF and features like

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Nokia Lumia 520?

The device comes with front camera setup with specs of and features like