Nokia 8 vs Nokia X20
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Nokia X20 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480; launch prices were $699 and $415. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia X20 leads — 39/100 vs 29/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia X20 has the bigger battery (4470 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 435,710); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 220g).
Nokia 8
Nokia X20
- Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 435710
- Lighter: 160g vs 220g
- Better display (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 36/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 689 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1597 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4470 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper at launch: $415 vs $699
- Higher performance (38/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (47/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (32/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Nokia X20, the Nokia X20 scores 10 points higher (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X20 leads (47/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia X20 leads (32/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Nokia X20 — 14/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Nokia X20 is a bit better (38/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X20 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (47/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia X20 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (84/100 vs 36/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Nokia X20 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 435710 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1597 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 4470 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 168.9×79.7×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 220 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $415 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Nokia X20
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia X20
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia X20
- 4470 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia 8 and Nokia X20, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia 8 leads Nokia X20 by 0.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $284. Nokia X20 was $284 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia X20 is a bit better (38/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia X20 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (47/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia X20 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia X20 (84/100 vs 36/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia X20?
The Nokia X20 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nokia X20?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nokia X20 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia X20?
The Nokia X20 leads on camera score (47/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia X20?
The Nokia X20 leads on performance (38/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Nokia X20?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia X20 is a better fit for everyday use.