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Nokia Lumia 638
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Nokia Lumia 638

Released: 2014, December. Released 2014, DecemberPrice: About 100 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSMicrosoft Windows Phone 8.1
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
NFCNo
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size4.5 inches, 55.8 cm, 2, (~64.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
BrandNokia
ModelNokia Lumia 638
PriceAbout 100 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoYes
ColorsBlack
SAR EU1.46 W/kg (head) 0.95 W/kg (body)
Single5 MP, 1/4.0", AF
StatusDiscontinued
Weight136 g (4.80 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - RM-1010
4G bands3, 7, 38, 39, 40, 41
FeaturesPanorama
Internal8GB 1GB RAM
Released2014, December. Released 2014, December
Announced2014, December. Released 2014, December
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE/ aptX after WP8 Denim update
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions129.5 x 66.7 x 9.2 mm (5.10 x 2.63 x 0.36 in)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Nokia Lumia 638 Overview

About Nokia Lumia 638 Nokia Lumia 638 is a discontinued device from Nokia's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Nokia Lumia 638 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 8GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Nokia Lumia 638 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Nokia Lumia 638?

The Nokia Lumia 638 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Nokia Lumia 638 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Nokia devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Nokia Lumia 638 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Nokia Lumia 638 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Nokia Lumia 638 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Nokia Lumia 638.