Nokia 3 vs Realme GT 8
The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $159 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 14/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 73,398); the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 3
Realme GT 8
What makes Nokia 3 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $159 vs $350
- Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 73398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 141
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 594
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2630 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 66 points higher (80/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 3 — 0/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 3 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek MT6737 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 73398 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 141 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 594 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.0" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2630 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 140 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $159 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 3
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 3
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 3
- 2630 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 3 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Nokia 3 by 97.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $191. Nokia 3 was $191 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (91/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (98/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 3 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 by 66 points (80/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Realme GT 8?
The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 3 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.