Been hammering the Nokia Edge Pro 5G for two weeks now. You know me, always a bit skeptical when a familiar name throws a ‘Pro’ model into the mid-range jungle. But honestly? This one’s got some chops. For ₹24,999, it’s making a surprisingly decent case for itself. Let’s cut through the usual fluff.
That Classic Nokia Vibe (But Updated)
First things first – it feels like a Nokia. Solid. No creaks, no cheap plastic flex. The matte back (mine’s the dark grey) is a fingerprint ninja, and the slightly boxy design gives it a distinct look next to all the curved clones. It’s not feather-light, but the heft feels premium, not clumsy. Good start.
Screen – Smooth But Not Flagship
The 6.7-inch IPS LCD is… fine. Seriously, it’s perfectly usable. Colours are decent, brightness gets reasonably high outdoors (though not eye-searing). The 120Hz refresh rate? Yeah, it’s there, and scrolling is noticeably smoother than 60Hz phones at this price. Just don’t expect OLED-level blacks or contrast. Watching Netflix is okay, gaming looks fluid, but it won’t blow your mind. Solid daily driver material.
Daily Driver Material? Pretty Much
Powering things is the Snapdragon 695. Not the latest and greatest, sure, but Nokia’s clean Android 13 (promised updates are a plus!) lets it sing. Apps open quickly, switching is snappy, and basic games like COD Mobile run smoothly on medium settings. Heavy gamers looking for maxed-out PUBG might grumble, but for Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube, emails, and browsing? Zero complaints. The 8GB RAM helps a lot with multitasking – genuinely impressed here. No weird stutters after days of use.
Camera – Hits and Misses (Mostly Misses in Low Light)
Ah, the classic mid-range camera story. In good daylight? The 64MP main sensor captures some nice detail. Colours lean a bit warm sometimes, but shots are shareable. The 8MP ultrawide is usable in a pinch, but expect softer edges. The depth sensor? Meh, mostly filler.
Where did it stumble? Low light. Like, seriously stumbles. Photos get noisy, details vanish, and the Night Mode tries hard but needs super steady hands and patience for results that are just… okay. The 16MP selfie cam is fine for video calls in decent light. Don’t buy this as your primary camera phone if night photography is key. Daylight snaps? You’ll be alright.
Battery Life? Solid!
Not gonna lie, this is a win. The 5000mAh battery is a beast. Seriously. Even with the 120Hz on, I’m consistently getting a day and a half of my usual grind – calls, messaging, social doomscrolling, some YouTube. Heavy users will still comfortably hit bedtime. The 33W charger in the box is appreciated – it gets you from zero to a decent chunk fast. No wireless charging, but c’mon, at this price? Expected.
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The Big Question: Should You Buy?
Look, the Nokia Edge Pro 5G isn’t perfect. That low-light camera is a bummer, and the screen, while smooth, isn’t top-tier. But here’s the thing: for ₹24,999, it nails the essentials hard. You get rock-solid build quality (feels way more expensive than it is), genuinely smooth performance for everyday stuff thanks to clean software, and battery life that just won’t quit. The 5G support is future-proofing, and the promised Android updates are a rare bonus in this segment.
If you prioritize a lag-free experience, a phone that can survive being chucked in a bag, and battery anxiety being a thing of the past, this Nokia deserves a long look. It’s not flashy, but it’s honest, reliable work. If you live for low-light photography or crave an AMOLED screen, look elsewhere. But for everyone else? Yeah, this might just be the sensible, surprisingly good pick you weren’t expecting from Nokia. They’ve quietly built a contender here.
Hi, I’m Ricky, the founder of OKSociety.in. I’m a tech enthusiast with a deep passion for smartphones, mobile technology, and everything that makes our digital lives smarter. I started OKSociety to share honest reviews, the latest phone updates, and practical buying guides to help people make better choices in this fast-paced tech world.