Nokia 8.1 vs Redmi 11A

Comparing the Nokia 8.1 (2018) and the Redmi 11A (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 11A leads — 16/100 vs 8/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 11A has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8.1 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 11A doesn't.

The Redmi 11A edges out the Nokia 8.1 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 79
Redmi 11A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 10W

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 11A better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 4/100)
  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Redmi 11A, the Redmi 11A scores 8 points higher (16/100 vs 8/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 11A leads (24/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 11A leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi 11A notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (24/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 11A significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (79/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia 8.1: The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 11A: The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8.1 Redmi 11A
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
AnTuTu 417439
Geekbench Single 431
Geekbench Multi 1320
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2246x1080 720x1650
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 10W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 9 Android 12, MIUI
NFC yes no
Dimensions 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm
Weight 180 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Redmi 11A
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi 11A
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi 11A
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8.1
$449
Redmi 11A
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 11A notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (24/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 11A significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (36/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (75/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 8.1 notably outperforms the Redmi 11A (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi 11A?

The Redmi 11A edges out the Nokia 8.1 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi 11A?

The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Redmi 11A — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi 11A?

The Redmi 11A leads on camera score (24/100 vs 4/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Redmi 11A?

The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use.