Nokia 8 vs Nokia C12

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia 8 leads — 29/100 vs 22/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia 8 has the bigger battery (3090 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C12 doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 177g).

The Nokia 8 edges out the Nokia C12 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money
Nokia C12
Performance
Display 40
Camera 10
Battery 15
Portability 64
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 3090 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
  • Lighter: 160g vs 177g

  • Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (52/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better portability (84/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Nokia C12 better?

  • Longer battery life (15/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Nokia C12, the Nokia 8 scores 7 points higher (29/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Nokia C12 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C12 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (15/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (84/100 vs 64/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia C12: The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Nokia C12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Unisoc
AnTuTu 438016
Geekbench Single 427
Geekbench Multi 1500
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 3000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 12 (Go edition)
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm
Weight 160 g 177 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Nokia C12
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Nokia C12
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
40
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Nokia C12
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Nokia C12
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Nokia C12 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia C12 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (15/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (84/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia C12?

The Nokia 8 edges out the Nokia C12 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nokia C12?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nokia C12 — 22/100.

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Nokia C12?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use.