HMD Global has been releasing mediocre Nokia-branded Android smartphones for quite a while now. It could be one of the reasons why their market share has dropped by a high margin. But the company is persistent in releasing new products, which can be considered positive. That said, a few days back, a report revealed that the firm will be releasing more 5G handsets in 2021. One of those devices has been now spotted on Geekbench.

A Nokia smartphone codenamed ‘HMD Global Quicksilver’ has been benchmarked on Geekbench. According to the listing, this phone will run Android 11 and will be powered by the newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G SoC paired with 6GB RAM.

Unfortunately, nothing else is known about this handset as we are hearing about it for the first time. Apart from the above-mentioned specs, all we can say right now is that this device can score around 468 points and 1457 points in Geekbench’s single-core and multi-core tests respectively.

That said, the marketing name of this phone is a mystery. But we think it could be the recently leaked Nokia 6.3/6.4/6.5. Anyway, whatever it may be, we expect to learn more about this smartphone before its official announcement in the coming days.

So far, we only have two Snapdragon 480 devices in the form of vivo Y31s and OPPO A93 5G. Hence, this Nokia handset has a chance of becoming the third product with this new budget 5G chipset from Qualcomm.

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As of now, HMD Global only sells a single 5G smartphone in the form of Nokia 8.3 5G, which is also known as Nokia 8 V 5G UW with mmWave support in the US. This count may soon increase to five by the end of 2021 as the company is reported to release four 5G smartphones this year.

The information regarding the arrival of 4 new Nokia-branded 5G smartphones comes from the sources of NokiaPowerUser. According to the publication, these devices will not be launched together. Instead, two of them will debut in the first half of 2021, followed by the other two in the second half.

As of now, the exact names of these handsets are not known. But NPU speculates them to be the successors of Nokia 5.4, Nokia 7.3, Nokia 8.3, and Nokia 9 PureView. Hence, they could end up as the following models.

• Nokia 5.5 5G
• Nokia 7.4 5G
• Nokia 8.4 5G
• Nokia 9.x PureView

Also, the publication says that Nokia 7.4 5G should be one of the two smartphones releasing in the first half of the year. And also suggests it to be powered by the newly announced Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 SoC. But interestingly, it does talk about the recently leaked Nokia 6.3/6.4, which we think is a strong contender to launch early as its design is already out. 

Hence, consider this alleged list of upcoming Nokia 5G handsets with a pinch of salt except for the fact that we could expect 4 new Nokia 5G smartphones in 2021.

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The Nokia 6.3 didn’t launch last year as expected but if it is launching this year, is it coming as the Nokia 6.3 or Nokia 6.4? Or maybe even Nokia 6.5, seeing as we already got some “dot 4” models last year and we expect their successors to launch with “dot 5” suffixes this year. We are sure you agree that HMD Global definitely needs to rethink its naming scheme, but that is by the way.

A leak has surfaced that gives us our first look at the next-gen Nokia 6 model, which we hope for the sake of clarity, gets launched as the Nokia 6 (2021). The source of the leak is Steve Hemmerstoffer a.k.a. OnLeaks, and he has provided us with renders of the upcoming mid-range phone which were first posted on Voice.

The new Nokia 6, like the Nokia 6.2 before it, will have a waterdrop notch. We are sure that must be disappointing for those who expect a punch-hole display like that of the Nokia 5.4 and Nokia 3.4. The screen is said to be bigger than that of its predecessor at 6.45-inches and we expect it should have an FHD+ resolution too.

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There are four cameras on the back that sit in a circular housing with a pill-shaped LED flash underneath it. The camera specifications were not stated but a leak from last year says the phone will have ZEISS lenses.

Unlike the Nokia 6.2, the Nokia 6.4 doesn’t have its fingerprint scanner on the back. HMD Global has decided to shift it to the right side of the frame where it sits below the volume rocker. There is an audio jack at the top of the phone and the single button on the left is for the Google Assistant.

The Nokia 6.3/Nokia 6.4 is said to measure 164.99 x 7.68 x 9.2 millimeters (10.1mm with the camera bump) and should launch no later than April. Previous reports say it will launch with a Snapdragon 700 series processor but HMD Global may surprise us and ship it with the new Snapdragon 480 chipset that has a 5G modem.

The Finnish company is one of those that have signed up for the new chipset and seeing as the Nokia 5.4 launched just a few weeks ago, we don’t expect a successor anytime soon. The Nokia 3 series will also most likely remain a 4G line which leaves the Nokia 6.3/6.4 as the phone that may launch with the Snapdragon 480 5G processor.

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HMD Global has recently launched the Nokia 6300 4G and Nokia 8800 4G feature phones. Reports have claimed that the Finnish brand will hold a big launch event this month to launch. However, a fresh report by Nokia Power User states the company has postponed its launch event to December end. Moreover, another leak claims that the Nokia 9.3 PureView does not feature the Snapdragon 865 mobile platform.

The report states that there is no proper information on why the launch has been postponed to the next month. Also, it is not clear whether the company will announce the Nokia 9.3 PureView And Nokia 6.3 mid-range at the event. It states that it is certain that the Nokia 7.3 5G will be made official through the upcoming unveil event.

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The Nokia 9.3 PureView will be arriving as a successor to the Nokia 9 PureView that debuted as the world’s first phone with penta-lens setup in February 2019. The Nokia 9.3 PureView was previously speculated to launch at the beginning of this year, but its arrival seems to have been delayed consistently.

Since the Nokia 9.3 PureView is expected to arrive by this year’s end, reports have claimed that is equipped with the Snapdragon 865. However, the Nokia_anew Twitter account, which is known for Nokia leaks has claimed that it is unlikely to be powered by Snapdragon 865. It remains to be seen whether the Nokia 9.3 PureView will be featuring the upcoming Snapdragon 875v chipset or last year’s Snapdragon 855+ / 855 SoC.

As far as the Nokia 7.3 5G is concerned, the handset is expected to arrive with a 90Hz or 120Hz refresh rate display and Snapdragon 690 chipset. The Nokia 6.3 could be Snapdragon 670 or 675 powered handset featuring a ZEISS branded quad-camera system.

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HMD Global is apparently planning on launching the latest series of Nokia smartphones sometime in November 2020. The launch lineup includes the flagship Nokia 9.3 PureView, the mid range Nokia 7.3 5G, and entry level Nokia 6.3.

According to a NokiaPowerUser report, HMD Global was in the final stages of development work on all three devices, with final testing and production being pushed in September/October. Now, sources close to the matter have revealed that the Nokia handsets will soon launch, with HMD planning a major event in November. While the original tip didn’t mention the Nokia 6.3, it is still possible that the company will launch or at least reveal a few tidbits for the more affordable device.

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The report further added that the launch event is also currently in the planning phase, so postponement is still a possibility. However, if there are no hurdles and unforeseen obstacles, the source claims that the company could launch its latest generation of smartphone sometime in November or December. In other words, we can look forward to a late final quarter launch event.

The Nokia 9.3 PureView is the company’s latest flagship and arrive immediately after the failed launch of the 9.1 PureView. It will likely sport top notch specs like Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 SoC while the mid range Nokia 7.3 5G will reportedly arrive with a Snapdragon 690 chipset. On the other hand, the 6.3 may feature a Snapdragon 670 or 675 chip. Although, this is still speculation, so take it with a pinch of salt for now and stay tuned for more updates.

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The Nokia 8.3 5G, which is HMD Global’s first 5G-capable is now being made available in Europe for purchase. It is speculated that the Nokia 9.3 PureView and Nokia 7.3 mid-ranger are the next 5G phones from the Finnish brand. The company is also reportedly working on Nokia 6.3 smartphone. Citing sources who are familiar with the developments of Nokia 6.3, Nokia 7.3 5G, and Nokia 9.3 PureView 5G, Nokia Power User has reported that these phones will break cover in Q4 2020.

The report reveals that the development work of the Nokia 6.3, Nokia 7.3, and Nokia 9.3 PureView is almost over. The Finnish firm may soon begin with their final testing and then begin their production in September or October. The report also states the company may launch the Nokia 2.4 and Nokia 3.4 smartphones in September.

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Previous reports have revealed that the Nokia 9.3 PureView 5G is driven by Snapdragon 865. The smartphone is expected to arrive with a world-class penta-lens setup on its rear. The phone may sport a 120Hz refresh rate supporting display. There are speculations that it could be equipped with an under-screen camera technology.

The Nokia 7.3 5G could be a Snapdragon 690 powered smartphone. It could be coming with other specs such as 6.3-inch 20:9 Full HD+ display, 48-megapixel / 64-megapixel quad-camera setup, 24-megapixel front camera, and 4,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.

The Nokia 6.3 may come with Snapdragon 670 or Snapdragon 675 chipset. It may come with specs like a 6.2-inch display, quad camera setup, 16-megapixel front camera, and 4,000mAh battery with 18W rapid charging support.

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Nokia smartphone division will reportedly unveil a number of new cell phones to IFA 2020. The launch won’t be graced by a flagship model, rather the HMD Global-controlled brand has concentrated on supporting its entrance level and mid-tier offerings.

One of the expected models is the Nokia 2.4, code-named Wolverine. It will be genuinely huge with a 6.5-inch display and big 4,500 mAh battery, as indicated by leaked information. Contrast that with the Nokia 2.3, which has a 6.2-inch screen and 4,000 mAh battery.

The new model will be fueled by a MediaTek Helio P22 chipset as found in this Geekbench result (octa-center Cortex-A53 at 2.0 GHz and PowerVR GE8320 GPU). The mobile phone runs Android 10 on just 2 GB of RAM. The leakster says that this model will have 16 GB storage and that there will be a 3GB+32 GB variation too.

The back has a 13 MP primary camera joined by a 2 MP depth sensor and a LED flash. The smartphone will feature a Light Purple shading among other colour options. The selfie cam will have a 5 MP sensor.

The mid-range offerings will be the Nokia 6.3 and 7.3 that was earlier billed to launch. Very little is thought about them, but the Nokia 7.3 may utilize one of the new Snapdragon 700-series chipsets with 5G availability. There may also be a 4G model for markets with no 5G connectivity. The 6.3 should make do with a Snapdragon 670 or 675 chipset.

The two mid-range models will have quad cameras on the back with ZEISS optics. Their predecessors, the Nokia 6.2 and 7.2, were fundamentally the same as, the primary contrasts being that the 7-arrangement showed signs of improvement chipset and better picture sensors.

There’s likewise the “Gamora Plus”, which visited Geekbench. This one is fueled by a Unisoc chipset and is most likely the TA-1258 model we saw at TENAA yesterday. The chipset is like the Helio P22, with the exception of it utilizes eight Cortex-A55 cores (1.6 + 1.2 GHz) and a GE8322 GPU.

The unit from Geekbench had 2 GB of RAM while the one certified by TENAA had 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB stockpiling. Both the Gamora Plus and the Wolverine ought to be running Android 10, but not Go version. It’s not confirmed which model number will be doled out to the Gamora Plus.

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Nokia is currently working on multiple smartphone launches in different categories. While multiple rumors have surfaced in the past, a new report states that the development for the Nokia 9.3 PureView, Nokia 7.3, and Nokia 6.3 are on track and will launch by either late Q3 or early Q4 2020.

According to a NokiaPowerUser report, sources close to the matter have revealed that the development of the aforementioned handsets is still on schedule, despite various constraints caused due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. Although, the exact launch date for different countries still depends on how the situation is being handled across the globe.

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The sources claimed that HMD Global is currently testing Nokia 9.3 PureView, Nokia 7.3, and Nokia 6.3 prototypes and is making steady progress. Furthermore, the upcoming lineup will also include 5G handsets from the Finnish brand. We had also covered another NokiaPowerUser report in the past, which had detailed a possible launch delay. But it seems that the company might be able to avoid it if further complications do not arrive. So stay tuned, as we will be providing updates when more information is available.

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Recent reports had claimed that HMD Global will hold a mega launch event in Q3 2020. Devices such as Nokia 9.3 PureView, Nokia 7.3, and Nokia 6.3 was expected to get unveiled through the event. However, a fresh report on Nokia Power User states that the event has been postponed to Q4.

The report states that the development work on the above-mentioned phones is on track. However, the COVID-19 outbreak may force the company to push the launch event to early Q4. The exact timing of the launch event will still depend on the COVID-19 situation across the world.

The publication further mentions that the Finnish firm is testing the prototypes of Nokia 9.3 PureView, Nokia 7.3, and Nokia 6.3, and the progress seems to be on track. Rumors surrounding the Nokia 7.3 have revealed that one of its prototypes carries support for 5G connectivity. Hence, the device is expected to arrive as the most affordable 5G-ready Nokia phone. It could be coming with a 64-megapixel or 48-megapixel quad-camera system.

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The Nokia 6.3 mid-ranger could be powered with Snapdragon 67X SoC. Contradictory reports have claimed that it could be featuring Snapdragon 730. The handset is expected to flaunt a quad-camera setup on its back.

The Nokia 9.3 PureView is expected to arrive with features that will allow it to rival with flagship phones from other brands. It is likely to 120Hz refresh rate supporting display and it could be powered by Snapdragon 865 mobile platform. Its improved penta-lens setup could feature a 108-megapixel camera with ZEISS optics.

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The Nokia 6.2 smartphone from last year is expected to get replaced by the Nokia 6.3 in the next few months. A previous leak by NokiaPowerUser had claimed that the Nokia 6.3 will be fueled by Snapdragon 67X chipset and it will be arriving with ZEISS quad cameras. The publication claims that it has received a new tip that reveals that the Nokia 6.3 is driven by the Snapdragon 7XX processor. The new leak has also revealed more details of the rear cameras of the smartphone.

According to the publication, the new tip that It has received has stated that a prototype of the Nokia 6.3 was found to be powered by Snapdragon 730 mobile platform. The publication claims that the tip does not come from its trusted sources. Hence, there are chances it may not come true.

The same leak reveals that the Nokia 6.3’s quad-camera setup on its back is led by a 24-megapixel main sensor. It is coupled with a 12-megapixel ultrawide sensor, a 2-megapixel macro shooter, and a 2-megapixel depth assist sensor. The leak further stated that the phone has a side-facing fingerprint reader and it will be integrated with a power button.

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A recent report had revealed that there are two versions of the upcoming Nokia 7.3 smartphone. One version is powered by a 5G-ready processor while the other one has Snapdragon 7XX SoC. There is a possibility that the prototype spotted in the new leak could be the Nokia 7.3 without 5G.

HMD Global is rumored to hold a mega launch event at some point in Q3 2020. Rumors have it that the Nokia 7.3 and Nokia 9.3 PureView will be made official through the said event. It is unclear whether the Nokia 6.3 will be also showcased at the same event.

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HMD Global has announced a couple of phones this year such as the Nokia 8.3 which is its first 5G phone and other 4G phones such as the Nokia 5.3 and Nokia 1.3 and the resurrected Nokia 5310. A rumor going round has revealed key details about a new phone said to be the Nokia 6.3.

A report by MySmartPrice says the Nokia 6.3 is coming, and the info comes along with some key specifications.

The upcoming mid-range phone is said to have a Snapdragon 670 or Snapdragon 675 processor inside it. The two processors may not be the chipsets folks are expecting to grace a 2020 phone but they are pretty good choices for the device seeing as its predecessor has a Snapdragon 636 processor. Based on this info, we presume the upcoming Nokia 7.3 will come with a Snapdragon 720G chipset.

The source also reports that the Nokia 6.3 will have four rear cameras with Zeiss lens. Sadly, there is no info on the camera configuration. However, the front camera is said to be a 16MP sensor.

With respect to design, the Nokia 6.3 may come with a waterdrop notch HMD Global like its predecessor and should have a PixelWorks display chip for upscaling SDR to HDR.

The launch is set at Q3 which is still months away but the pandemic may cause the date to be adjusted.

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