Nokia 8 vs Nubia Neo 2

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Nubia Neo 2 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T820; estimated prices are $699 and $221. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 2 leads — 48/100 vs 29/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 2 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nubia Neo 2 is faster in AnTuTu (757,199 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 208g).

The Nubia Neo 2 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Nubia Neo 2
Performance 50
Display 66
Camera 32
Battery 53
Portability 49
Value for money 54
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 208g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 757199 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 885 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2392 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper: $221 vs $699

  • Higher performance (50/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better value for money (54/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Nubia Neo 2, the Nubia Neo 2 scores 19 points higher (48/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Neo 2 leads (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 2 leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 leads (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (84/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 0/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Neo 2: The Nubia Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Nubia Neo 2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Unisoc T820
AnTuTu 438016 757199
Geekbench Single 427 885
Geekbench Multi 1500 2392
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 13
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 166.0×76.1×8.5 mm
Weight 160 g 208 g
Price $699 $221
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Nubia Neo 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Nubia Neo 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Nubia Neo 2 Unisoc T820
48/100 +42.2%
757199 AnTuTu

Nubia Neo 2 leads Nokia 8 by 42.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Nubia Neo 2
$221

Price difference: $478. Nubia Neo 2 is cheaper by $478.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (50/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Neo 2 (84/100 vs 49/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nubia Neo 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nubia Neo 2 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nubia Neo 2 — 48/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nubia Neo 2 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nubia Neo 2 leads on performance (50/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.