Nokia 3310 is available at Mascom International for KSh 2,200, brand new and sealed, with a 2.4-inch colour screen, a 1200mAh removable battery, a 2MP rear camera with LED flash and FM radio. This is the modern revival of the famous keypad phone, rebuilt with rounded edges, a colour display and the Snake game preloaded. The Nokia 3310 runs on GSM 900 and 1800 networks and holds two micro-SIM cards on dual standby. Mascom International sells it from our walk-in shop at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for people who want a phone that simply works, the Nokia 3310 handles calls, SMS, FM radio and USSD banking without the distractions of a touchscreen. Many buyers keep one as a backup line for KPLC power cuts, when a smartphone dies by evening and the 3310 still has charge to spare. Others buy it for a parent or grandparent upcountry who finds glass screens confusing and wants big physical keys. The removable battery means a spare can be swapped in within seconds, and the 3.5mm jack and Bluetooth let you listen to music or radio on the go.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell grey copies of this famous design, Mascom International stocks the genuine Nokia 3310 with a 12-month warranty and a receipt you can keep. Customers across Nairobi tell us they want a second phone that lasts days on standby, needs no software updates and costs less than a week of matatu fares to replace. The Nokia 3310 fits that brief well. Visit our Kimathi Street shop to try the keypad and play a round of Snake, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery to any county in Kenya.
Common Questions About the Nokia 3310
How much is the Nokia 3310 in Kenya?
The Nokia 3310 costs KSh 2,200 brand new and sealed at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. That price includes the handset, the 1200mAh removable battery, a charger and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. You pay on arrival when we deliver, so you see the phone before money changes hands. Within the Nokia range we stock, the 3310 sits KSh 600 above the Nokia 105 and KSh 100 below the Nokia 6310, at the same price as the Nokia 150.
Does the Nokia 3310 work on 3G or 4G networks?
No, this Nokia 3310 is the 2G edition and connects on GSM 900 and 1800 only. In Kenya it makes calls, sends SMS and runs USSD services on Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom through their 2G layer. Data is limited to GPRS and EDGE, which is too slow for WhatsApp or browsing. If you need a keypad phone that calls over 4G, Mascom International also stocks the Itel 8010 4G at KSh 1,700. For pure calling, texting and M-Pesa, the 2G Nokia 3310 does the job.
How long does the Nokia 3310 battery last during KPLC power cuts?
GSMArena lists up to 22 hours of talk time and up to 600 hours of standby for the dual-SIM Nokia 3310. That is roughly 25 days if the phone sits idle, which makes it a dependable backup during KPLC outages that last a night or a weekend. The 1200mAh battery is removable, so you can carry a charged spare and swap it in seconds. Charging uses a standard microUSB port, so most older chargers and power banks found in Kenyan homes will work.
Should I buy the Nokia 3310 or the cheaper Nokia 105?
Buy the Nokia 3310 if you want a camera, a larger 2.4-inch screen, Bluetooth and a memory card slot; buy the Nokia 105 if calls and SMS are all you need. The Nokia 105 costs KSh 1,600 at Mascom International, which saves you KSh 600. It handles calls, texts, radio and torch duty well. The Nokia 3310 adds a 2MP camera with flash, a dedicated microSD slot and Bluetooth audio, plus the rounded shape and Snake game many buyers remember from the original.
Can I use M-Pesa on the Nokia 3310?
Yes, the Nokia 3310 runs M-Pesa through the Safaricom SIM toolkit menu and USSD codes such as *334#. You can send money, pay a Till number, buy airtime and check your balance without mobile data or an app. Because the phone holds two SIM cards, you can keep your Safaricom M-Pesa line in one slot and an Airtel or Telkom line for cheaper calls in the other. Many Mascom International customers use it as a dedicated M-Pesa phone that stays at home.
Is the Nokia 3310 a good phone for elderly parents?
The Nokia 3310 suits elderly parents well because it has raised physical keys, a clear colour screen and a simple menu. There is no touchscreen to tap by mistake and no app updates to manage. The battery lasts days between charges, which helps relatives upcountry who live far from reliable power. The phone weighs 85 grams and fits easily in a shirt pocket. For a parent who mainly receives calls from children in Nairobi or Mombasa, it is easy to learn in one afternoon.
Can the Nokia 3310 play music and connect to Bluetooth earphones?
Yes, the Nokia 3310 has FM radio, a 3.5mm headphone jack and Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP for wireless stereo audio. A2DP is the Bluetooth profile that streams music to earphones and speakers. You can listen to Kenyan FM stations during a matatu commute or plug in wired earphones for long calls. The dedicated microSD slot lets you add a memory card for photos and files. It is a basic media phone, so do not expect streaming apps such as Spotify or YouTube.
Who should buy the Nokia 3310 and who should skip it?
The Nokia 3310 suits buyers who want a backup phone, a gift for an older relative, or a durable second line for calls and M-Pesa. It also appeals to anyone who wants a break from social media. Skip it if you need WhatsApp, Google Maps or mobile banking apps; a smartphone such as the Itel A100c 64GB 2GB at KSh 8,300 from Mascom International is the better fit. Skip it too if you want 4G calling, where the Itel 8010 4G suits you better.
Technical Specifications
Display
- 2.4-inch TFT colour screen — large enough to read names, messages and the M-Pesa menu without squinting.
- 240 x 320 pixel resolution at about 167 pixels per inch — sharp enough for text, icons and the Snake game.
- TFT panel, a standard LCD type — clear indoors, and readable outside when you shade it with your hand.
- Body measures 115.6 x 51 x 12.8 mm — a compact, rounded shape that sits comfortably in one hand.
- Weighs 85 grams — light enough for a shirt pocket, handbag or belt pouch all day.
Processor and Software
- Lightweight keypad operating system — menus open quickly and stay simple for first-time phone users.
- Snake game preloaded — the modern version of the classic, played with the keypad and navigation pad.
- Physical keypad with a centre navigation pad — dial, text and scroll without touching any glass.
- Built for calls, SMS, radio and USSD services — no WhatsApp or app store, so nothing drains the battery in the background.
- Dual standby on the dual-SIM model — both lines stay ready to receive calls at the same time.
Memory and Storage
- 16MB internal memory — room for contacts, text messages and a small number of photos.
- Dedicated microSDHC card slot — add a memory card without giving up either SIM slot.
- A 2MP photo takes well under 1MB, so even a small memory card holds thousands of pictures.
- Contacts saved on your SIM card move across from your old phone in a few steps.
- Memory cards are sold separately at Mascom International if you plan to store many photos.
Camera
- 2MP rear camera — good enough for quick snaps of receipts, stock or a document you need to remember.
- LED flash — lights up close subjects in a dim shop, a dark room or during a power cut.
- Rear camera sits on the back panel near the top — point and shoot with one thumb on the keypad's centre button.
- Video recording at 240p and 8 frames per second — short, low-resolution clips, best treated as a bonus.
- No front selfie camera — the phone is built for calls, not video chats.
Battery and Charging
- 1200mAh lithium-ion battery — the capacity that powers days of normal calling and texting.
- Up to 22 hours of talk time, as listed by GSMArena — enough for many days of ordinary calls.
- Up to 600 hours of standby on the dual-SIM model and up to 744 hours on single-SIM.
- Removable battery — carry a charged spare and swap it in when you cannot reach a socket.
- microUSB 2.0 charging port — works with the many microUSB chargers and power banks already in Kenyan homes.
Connectivity
- GSM 900 and 1800 network bands — 2G calls, SMS and USSD on Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom.
- GPRS and EDGE data — slow 2G data for basic services only, not for WhatsApp or video.
- Dual micro-SIM with dual standby — keep work and personal lines, or two networks, in one handset.
- Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP — pair wireless earphones or a speaker for music and calls.
- FM radio and 3.5mm headphone jack — listen to local stations and use any wired earphones.
Package Contents
The Nokia 3310 arrives brand new and sealed in its retail box. Inside you will find the handset, the 1200mAh removable battery and a charger, so the phone is ready to use the day it arrives. Fit the battery, insert your SIM cards and charge it fully before first use. Earphones and memory cards are not in the box, but both are available at Mascom International if you want them in the same order.
Warranty
The Nokia 3310 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Bring the phone and your receipt to our service desk in Nairobi CBD, and our team will assess and handle your claim there.
Where to Buy the Nokia 3310 in Kenya
The Nokia 3310 is in stock at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and you are welcome to test the keypad before you buy. The unit in our photos has a dark finish, and the range has also come in red, blue, yellow and grey, so confirm the colour in stock on WhatsApp.
Reach our sales team directly:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties in Kenya. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while Nakuru, Nyeri, Kakamega, Kericho and other major towns receive delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Every Nokia 3310 is backed by the 12-month warranty above.
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