Nokia 8 vs Nokia C22

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Nokia C22 (2023) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia C22 leads — 30/100 vs 29/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C22 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C22 doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 190g).

The Nokia C22 edges out the Nokia 8 by just 1 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 C22
Performance
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 59
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
  • Lighter: 160g vs 190g

  • Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (52/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better portability (84/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Nokia C22 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh

  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Nokia C22, the Nokia C22 scores 1 points higher (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C22 leads (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Nokia C22 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C22 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia C22 (84/100 vs 59/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia C22: The Nokia C22 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Nokia C22
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Unisoc
AnTuTu 438016
Geekbench Single 427
Geekbench Multi 1500
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 10W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 13 (Go edition)
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 164.6×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 160 g 190 g
Price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Nokia C22
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Nokia C22
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Nokia C22
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Nokia C22
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Nokia C22 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia C22 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia C22 (84/100 vs 59/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia C22?

The Nokia C22 edges out the Nokia 8 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nokia C22?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nokia C22 — 30/100.

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Nokia C22?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia C22 is a better fit for everyday use.