Google Pixel 5 vs Nokia 8

The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 5 leads — 48/100 vs 29/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 5 has the bigger battery (4080 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 2 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 5 is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 438,016).

The Google Pixel 5 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
Performance 44
Display 70
Camera 49
Battery 31
Portability 84
Value for money
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 799 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1836 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 4080 vs 3090 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 151g vs 160g

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (49/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (31/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (70/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 2MP

  • Overall rating 29/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Nokia 8, the Google Pixel 5 scores 19 points higher (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (49/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.

Google Pixel 5: The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 5 Nokia 8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
AnTuTu 597974 438016
Geekbench Single 799 427
Geekbench Multi 1836 1500
Display 6.0" OLED 5.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340 2560x1440
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4080 mAh 3090 mAh
Charging 18W 18W
Wireless charging 12W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 109
Main camera 2 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 16 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 13 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 11 Android 7.1
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm
Weight 151 g 160 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
49
camera
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
  • 6.0" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
70
display
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
  • 4080 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 12W
31
battery
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 5 and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
48/100
597974 AnTuTu
Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100 -36.5%
438016 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 5 leads Nokia 8 by 36.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 5
Price unknown
Nokia 8
$699
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (31/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 5 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 5 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 5 leads on performance (44/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Nokia 8?

The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.