Nokia 8.1 vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Nokia 8.1 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $449 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 54/100 vs 8/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 417,439); the Nokia 8.1 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 46 points (54/100 vs 8/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8.1
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 4
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 79
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 43
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 72
Design 45
Value for money 93
What makes Nokia 8.1 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 204g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 417439
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 431
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1320
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $449

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 4/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8.1 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 46 points higher (54/100 vs 8/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (32/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (93/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (32/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100).

Nokia 8.1: The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8.1 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 417439 2809170
Geekbench Single 431 1553
Geekbench Multi 1320 6403
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2246x1080 2756x1268
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3500 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 9 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 154.8×75.8×8.0 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 180 g 204 g
Price $449 $250
Camera comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
4
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8.1
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2246x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8.1
  • 3500 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8.1 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8.1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 710
8/100
417439 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
54/100 +85.1%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Nokia 8.1 by 85.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8.1
$449
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $199. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $199.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (43/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (32/100 vs 4/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 (72/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 8.1 significantly outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (75/100 vs 45/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (93/100 vs 79/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8.1 by 46 points (54/100 vs 8/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8.1 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Nokia 8.1 has a MobileRank rating of 8/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 4/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8.1 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (43/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8.1 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Nokia 8.1 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.