Nokia 8 vs OnePlus N6
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the OnePlus N6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex; launch prices were $699 and $245. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus N6 leads — 45/100 vs 29/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus N6 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus N6 is faster in AnTuTu (567,623 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus N6 doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 224g).
Nokia 8
OnePlus N6
- Lighter: 160g vs 224g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 36/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 567623 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 850 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2250 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $699
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the OnePlus N6, the OnePlus N6 scores 16 points higher (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus N6 leads (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus N6 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 leads (64/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, OnePlus N6 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus N6 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus N6 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus N6 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (84/100 vs 36/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | OnePlus N6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 567623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 850 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2250 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 166.5×78.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $245 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
OnePlus N6
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
OnePlus N6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus N6
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia 8 and OnePlus N6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus N6 leads Nokia 8 by 22.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $454. OnePlus N6 was $454 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus N6 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus N6 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus N6 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus N6 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (84/100 vs 36/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus N6?
The OnePlus N6 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the OnePlus N6?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the OnePlus N6 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus N6?
The OnePlus N6 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus N6?
The OnePlus N6 leads on performance (46/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the OnePlus N6?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus N6 is a better fit for everyday use.