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The Nokia 5.4 sports a 6.39-inch HD+ IPS LCD panel with a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera. Colors are natural and accurate, brightness is adequate for indoor use, and the large screen makes it a solid choice for reading, streaming, and social media. The HD+ resolution is the one area where budget compromises are visible, particularly when viewing fine text or detailed images up close.

The 5.4’s camera system is led by a 48 MP main sensor that captures detailed shots in good lighting. Three companion lenses — ultra-wide, depth, and macro — add versatility for different shooting scenarios. Portraits benefit from the dedicated depth sensor, and the macro lens opens up close-up photography that’s rare at this price. The 16 MP front camera produces sharp, well-exposed selfies for its class. Low-light performance is functional rather than impressive, a common trait at this price point.

Nokia equipped the 5.4 with a 4000 mAh battery that comfortably covers a full day of mixed use including calls, social media, and video. The efficient Snapdragon 662 chip works in harmony with the HD+ display to keep power consumption in check. Charging is handled via USB-C, bringing modern connector convenience to the budget segment.

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 is an octa-core chip built on an 11 nm process that handles everyday smartphone tasks competently. Browsing, messaging, maps, and music playback all run smoothly. Demanding 3D games and heavy multitasking will push the chip, but for typical daily use it holds its own. Paired with 4 GB of RAM, the 5.4 manages app switching without excessive slowdowns.

With 128 GB of built-in storage, the Nokia 5.4 gives you ample room for apps, photos, videos, and music without immediately resorting to cloud storage. A microSD card slot lets you expand capacity further if your library grows, which is a welcome feature at this price tier. The combination of on-device and expandable storage makes the 5.4 one of the more flexible budget options available.

The Nokia 5.4 features a single bottom-firing speaker that delivers clear audio for calls, podcasts, and casual music listening. Volume levels are adequate for personal use in quiet environments. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is present, making it easy to plug in wired earphones for a more private and higher-quality audio experience.

Unlocking the Nokia 5.4 is fast and reliable thanks to a side-mounted fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button. Registration is quick and recognition is accurate in daily use. Face unlock is also available as a secondary option, though it relies on the front camera rather than dedicated hardware.

The Nokia 5.4 does not carry an official IP water resistance rating, so it is best kept away from rain and spills. Nokia builds its devices with solid construction, but users should exercise caution around liquids. This is a common trade-off at the budget price tier.