Going back to look at what the Nokia line has to offer, many look to their good hardware and quality design at modest prices. So for those looking into the mid-range we will compare two Nokia devices that are very popular on the Indian market. The fresh release of the Nokia Lumia 830, and their Lumia 1020 that is still highly rated in the budget price range.
Design
The matte finish of the Nokia 830 provides a good lightweight phone at only 150 grams. It is an affordable phone that provides a slim case which provides a nice appearance for any user. The Lumia 1020 provides a thicker and weighs 158 grams that make it slightly heavier.
Display
The Lumia 830 provides a ClearBlack 5 inch screen which gives it a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels. The Lumia 1020 provides a 4.5 inch display that is smaller than the 830, but provides a bigger 768 x 1280 pixel resolution. However, the Lumia 830 provides a better viewing experience, with multiple viewing angles and a bigger screen.
Hardware
The Nokia Lumia 830 comes with a faster processor unit, supported with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 and 1GB of RAM. It provides the standard connectivity options of Bluetooth GPS, Wi-Fi, 3G, and 4G, etc. The Nokia Lumia 1020 also comes with those connectivity options along with a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset.
Camera
The Lumia 830 provides a rear camera with 10MP resolution, but a disappointing secondary .9MP camera. It features Carl Zeiss optics and LED flash. While the Lumia 1020 comes with an impressive 41MP rear camera, with a 2.1MP front facing camera. It also comes with LED flash, Carl Zeiss optics, and several more premium features.
Conclusion
The Nokia Lumia 830 doesn’t have all of the standard specs that Nokia normally provides its flagship devices, but when compared to the Lumia 1020 it makes it challenging. The Lumia 1020 provides a configuration that is superior for taking pictures, and offering a thinner body. If you are looking for a device with a good camera, the Lumia 1020 will not fail you.
Price
The Nokia Lumia 830 is available on Amazon.com for $450, while you can purchase the Nokia Lumia 1020 on Amazon.com for around $380.