Nokia E71
The slim metal QWERTY business phone that rivalled BlackBerry.
The Nokia E71 is a mid-range Nokia smartphone released Jul 2008, with a launch price of $450. It pairs its chipset with a 2.36" QVGA display, a 3.2 MP main camera and a 1,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — Nokia's answer to BlackBerry. Standout strengths: slim 10 mm stainless-steel body — premium for a qwerty. and excellent physical keyboard. Main trade-off: tiny qvga screen.
Nokia's answer to BlackBerry.
The E71 was Nokia's sleek business QWERTY — a slim stainless-steel bar with an excellent keyboard and two-day battery, built to take on BlackBerry. It earned a devoted following among professionals and remains one of the most respected Eseries phones.
Read the full review- Slim 10 mm stainless-steel body — premium for a QWERTY.
- Excellent physical keyboard.
- Two-day battery life.
- A genuine BlackBerry rival.
Full specifications
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How the Nokia E71 compares
| Nokia E71 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Nokia 5800 XpressMusic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 44 | 89 | 42 |
| Chipset | — | SD 8 Elite | — |
| Display | 2.36" QVGA | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 3.2" resistive |
| Main camera | 3.2 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 3.2 MP Carl Zeiss |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 1,320 mAh |
| Launch price | $450 | $1,299 | $390 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Nokia E71 released?
The Nokia E71 was released in Jul 2008.
How much does the Nokia E71 cost?
The Nokia E71 launched at $450 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Nokia E71 screen size and type?
The Nokia E71 has a 2.36" QVGA display.
How much RAM and storage does the Nokia E71 have?
The Nokia E71 ships with 128 MB · microSD (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Nokia E71 battery capacity?
The Nokia E71 has a 1,500 mAh battery.
What is the Nokia E71 main camera?
The Nokia E71 has a 3.2 MP main camera.
Does the Nokia E71 have a headphone jack?
The Nokia E71 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Nokia E71 weigh?
The Nokia E71 weighs 127 g.
What colours does the Nokia E71 come in?
The Nokia E71 is available in 2 colours: Grey Steel, White Steel.
Is the Nokia E71 worth buying?
The E71 was Nokia's sleek business QWERTY — a slim stainless-steel bar with an excellent keyboard and two-day battery, built to take on BlackBerry. It earned a devoted following among professionals and remains one of the most respected Eseries phones. SpecEagle gives the Nokia E71 an editorial score of 44/100.
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