Nokia 8 vs OnePlus 15s
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the OnePlus 15s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15s leads — 83/100 vs 29/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15s has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15s is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 195g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
OnePlus 15s
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $700
- Better portability (84/100 vs 64/100)
What makes OnePlus 15s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the OnePlus 15s, the OnePlus 15s scores 54 points higher (83/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (89/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, OnePlus 15s — 80/100; 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 OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15s (84/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | OnePlus 15s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2640x1216 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 160 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus 15s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus 15s
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15s
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and OnePlus 15s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15s leads Nokia 8 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Nokia 8 was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (95/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15s (84/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 54 points (83/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the OnePlus 15s?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the OnePlus 15s — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s leads on camera score (53/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s leads on performance (98/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the OnePlus 15s?
The OnePlus 15s is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.