Nokia 8 vs Nokia G11
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Nokia G11 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606; launch prices were $699 and $149. Both devices score the same overall rating of 29/100. Key differences: the Nokia G11 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 3090); the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 333,647); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 189g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Nokia G11
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 427 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1500 vs 1335
- Lighter: 160g vs 189g
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (52/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Nokia G11 better?
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 3090 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $699
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nokia 8 and the Nokia G11 received the same MobileRank rating — 29/100. In the "battery" category, the Nokia G11 leads (44/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Nokia G11 — 32/100; 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 Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Nokia G11 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia G11 (84/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Nokia G11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Unisoc T606 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 333647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 378 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1335 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Nokia G11
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia G11
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia G11
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Nokia G11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia 8 leads Nokia G11 by 31.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Nokia G11 was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Nokia G11 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia G11 (84/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia G11?
Both devices scored 29/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Nokia 8 (33/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nokia G11?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nokia G11 — 29/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia G11?
The Nokia 8 leads on performance (33/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Nokia G11?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Nokia G11 (44/100 vs 12/100).