The Nokia 7 Plus has just debuted at the 2018 MWC. This phone features a 6-inch FHD+ LCD screen with an 18:9 aspect ratio and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. Today, we will disassemble the Nokia 7 Plus to explore its craftsmanship.
First, remove the SIM card tray.
We found that there are no screws on the phone. The back of the phone is made of metal. Therefore, we need to remove the screen assembly.
Using a suction cup creates a gap between the screen and the back cover.
Insert a card and slide it to separate the screen assembly.
Separating the screen from the phone body is quite difficult. We used a heat gun, a card, and a suction cup to remove the screen.
Do not remove the screen directly, as it is connected to the motherboard via a flex cable, and the connector is covered by a metal shield. Therefore, you must disconnect the flex cable from the motherboard before removing the screen.
After removing the screen, you can see the metal plate in the middle. This metal plate is used to reinforce the structure and secure the components beneath it. Now, there are a few phones designed like the Nokia 7 Plus. The metal plate has numerous screws to attach it to the phone body.
Remove all screws securing the metal plates. Some screws are covered with glue.
After removing the metal plate, you can see the internal structure of the smartphone. This phone adopts a classic three-section design.
The Nokia 7 Plus is well-built. The phone still retains the 3.5mm headphone jack, which is designed as a separate module. Most of the back of the motherboard is covered by metal shields.
Its daughterboard is connected to the mainboard via a flexible printed circuit.
The phone uses an all-metal body design.
Close-up of the display assembly.
Summary
Overall, after disassembly, we found that the Nokia 7 Plus has excellent craftsmanship and build quality. In addition, the internal components are securely fastened. The phone is a good choice for those who love the Nokia brand.
What’s that “Mat” you are using?
The mat is no brand. I bought it from Taobao for about $8.
Hey man,
I have been experiencing heating problems with my newly bought Nokia 7 Plus. I have checked almost all the teardown and disassembly videos, and one common thing is that I don’t see any mention of the heat sync. Does it have a heat sync? If it does, how big is it, and where is it located? Also, if you can analyze the cooling system of this phone, please
Thanks
The SIM card tray is stuck on my Nokia 7 Plus, which I can’t remove. How can I get this fixed, and where and how much would it cost for repairs? Many thanks in advance.
John.
When you buy a mobile phone, there will be a tool to remove the SIM card tray. Use it to insert a small hole next to the SIM card tray, and it will automatically pop up.
Hi, thank you for this. What size screwdriver is needed for this phone?
What kind of “card” is that?