Google Pixel 8 vs Nokia 3
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737; estimated prices are $699 and $159. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 9/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 40,000); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 187g).
Google Pixel 8
Nokia 3
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 40000
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1200
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 2630 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 140g vs 187g
- Cheaper: $159 vs $699
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (99/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nokia 3, the Google Pixel 8 scores 41 points higher (50/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 leads (99/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (99/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Nokia 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | MediaTek MT6737 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 40000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1200 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1280x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 2630 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 140 g | |
| Price | $699 | $159 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 3
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 3
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Nokia 3
- 2630 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nokia 3, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Nokia 3 by 3508.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $540. Nokia 3 is cheaper by $540.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (79/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (31/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (99/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 3?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 41 points (50/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia 3?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nokia 3 — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 3?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 3?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nokia 3?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.