Pros
- Highest hearing aid compatibility rating
- Good dust and water resistance
- Screen reader with braille support
Cons
- No headphone jack
- iOS file management is complicated
- More expensive than competitors
Nokia 5.3
- Go big with the Nokia 5.3 smartphone's epic-sized 6. 55-inch HD+ display and incredible quad rear...
- Capture great detail with the quad camera's 13 MP main lens, get everything in the frame with the...
- Stay in the game for longer thanks to the dynamic Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 processor's silky smooth...
The Nokia 5.3 was released on April 2, 2020. This phone works with all major US carriers.
Nokia 5.3 Specs & Features
Here are the specs and features of the Nokia 5.3:
Display
The Nokia 5.3 features a 6.55-inch LCD screen with a High Definition+ resolution of (720×1600 pixels).
Battery Life
The Nokia 5.3’s battery is rated for 4000 mAh.
Volume
The earpiece peaks at 87 dB; the speaker peaks at 94 dB.
TalkBack, Google Voice, and Google Assistant
Are all available.
Durability
Gorilla Glass 3 front with a plastic frame and body.
Quad camera
13 MP main lens, ultra-wide 5 MP lens, 2 MP macro lens, 2 MP depth sensor lens + 8 MP selfie camera.
USB-C Port
Android ONE Program
This phone will receive updates sooner than other Androids (except for Google Pixel devices).
NFC
Available.
Unlocked
This phone works with all major US carriers.
Nokia 5.3 Potential Issues
Some potential issues with the Nokia 5.3 include:
- Mediocre cameras
- Speakers are known to distort mid-range and high frequencies
The Nokia 5.3 is a solid smartphone for seniors, with a large display, a good battery life, and loud volume. Where it may fall short in comparison (but not by much) to the other phones on this list, it does have a guaranteed Operating System and security updates for two years.
Sources: Hearing Loss Association of America
Pros
- Large display
- Good battery life
- Loud volume
- 2-year guarantee (OS & Security)
Cons
- Mediocre cameras
- Lower quality speakers (frequency distortion)
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- Compatible with T-Mobile 5G and Verizon 5G. Ready for 5G on other select networks dependent on...
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- Advanced 48MP camera system. Capture beautifully detailed photos day or night, and explore up close...
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Conclusion
Unless you plan to do some serious photography or hardcore gaming on your phone, any of the above-listed phones will be an excellent smartphone for a senior to use. Of the five phones listed, the Motorola G Power and OnePlus 7 Pro are the best.
If you’re on a budget or new to smartphones and don’t want to spend too much on your first phone, the Motorola G Power will be your best choice. It has the longest-lasting battery and the second-highest resolution on the list. However, if you have the money to spend, the OnePlus 7 Pro is the phone to buy.
