The Nokia 216 Dual SIM is a slightly better phone, but the Lava GEM is slightly better value for money. Which phone should you buy? It’s a close call, but if your budget allows for it, then Nokia 216 Dual SIM might be a slightly better choice.
Lava GEM | Nokia 216 Dual SIM | |
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Buy Now | Buy | Buy |
Excellence Score |
12.2 |
12.6 |
Value for Money Score |
68.5 |
67.0 |
Price | ₹ 1,518 onwards | ₹ 1,944 onwards |
Launch Date (India) | Oct, 2018 | Oct, 2016 |
Expected Launch Date | N/A | N/A |
Smartphone OS | ||
Touchscreen | ||
Screen Size | 2.8 inches | 2.4 inches |
Screen Resolution | 240x320 pixels (~ 143 pixels per inch) | 240x320 pixels (~ 167 pixels per inch) |
Tall Aspect Ratio / Minimal Bezels | ||
Scratch Resistant Display | ||
Display Type | N/A | TFT LCD |
Screen Refresh Rate | N/A | N/A |
Display Features | N/A | Transmissive LCD |
Full Physical QWERTY Keypad | ||
Processor | N/A | N/A |
Processor Type | Single Core | Single Core |
Processor Name | N/A | N/A |
GPU | N/A | N/A |
RAM | N/A | N/A |
3G | ||
4G | ||
5G | ||
VoLTE | ||
WiFi | ||
VoWiFi/WiFi-Calling | ||
GPS | ||
Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
Connecting Port | microUSB | microUSB |
Primary Camera | 1.3MP | 0.3MP |
Camera Auto-Focus | ||
Camera Flash | Yes | Yes |
HD Video Recording | ||
Other Camera Features | N/A | N/A |
Secondary Camera | 0.3MP | |
Secondary Camera Features | N/A | Selfie Flash |
Internal Memory | N/A | 16 MB |
Expandable Memory Slot | Yes, up to 32 GB | Yes, up to 32 GB |
Contacts Storage | 1000 contacts | 2000 contacts |
SMS Storage | 100 messages | N/A |
Music Player | Yes | Yes |
FM Radio | Yes (Wireless) | Yes |
Dual SIM | GSM+GSM | GSM+GSM |
Thickness | 13.3 mm | 13.5 mm |
Weight | N/A | 82 gm |
Width | N/A | N/A |
Audio Output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
Water Resistant | ||
Battery Capacity | 1750 mAh | 1020 mAh |
Battery Standby | N/A | 576 hrs |
Battery Standby (3G) | N/A | N/A |
Battery Talktime | N/A | 18.00 hrs |
Battery Talktime (3G) | N/A | N/A |
Fast Charging Support | ||
Included Fast Charger | ||
Other Battery Parameters | N/A | Audio Playback Time: 47 hrs |
Fingerprint sensor | ||
Other Features | 2 years Manufacturer Warranty; Speed dial; Reject by SMS; Conference; Blacklist Number; 22 Languages Support; Call blink notification; FM Recording; Games: Air Strike, Ninja Up, Danger Dash | Real Time Video Streaming (RTSP); YouTube Browsing and Video Streaming; Unplug Charger Reminder; Opera Mini; Facebook |
2-minute Review [Positives] | N/A | N/A |
2-minute Review [Negatives] | N/A | N/A |
Expert Reviews | N/A | N/A |
User Reviews | ||
Official Website | Official Website » | N/A |
Unofficial specs? | N/A | N/A |