This archive report was first published on 5 August 2019.
Kenyan smartphone users now have a more affordable entry-level option with the price reduction of Nokia 1 Plus to KES. 8,300. The device was launched in the Kenyan market early 2019 and is HMD Global's cheapest phone this year.
At its original price, we felt that Nokia 1 Plus was overpriced, but at KES. 8,300, it is worth considering. However, it's worth noting that devices like the Xiaomi Redmi Go are still much cheaper with the same specs and better cameras.
Here are the key specifications of Nokia 1 Plus:
- Display: IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen
- Size: 5.45 inches
- Resolution: 480 x 960 pixels, 18:9 ratio
- Platform: Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition)
- Chipset: Mediatek MT6739WW (28 nm)
- CPU: Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
- GPU: PowerVR GE8100
- Memory: 8GB/16GB storage, 1GB RAM
- External memory: microSD, up to 128GB (uses SIM 2 slot)
- Camera: 8 MP, AF with LED flash (back), 5 MP (front)
- Battery: Removable Li-Ion 2500 mAh battery
- Colour: Black, Red, Blue
- Price: KES 8,300
Watch our full review of Nokia 1 Plus:
