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).

The OnePlus N6 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
OnePlus N6
Performance 46
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 64
Portability 36
Value for money 44
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 224g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 36/100)
What makes OnePlus N6 better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
OnePlus N6: The OnePlus N6 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
OnePlus N6
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
OnePlus N6
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1570
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
OnePlus N6
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
64
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and OnePlus N6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
OnePlus N6 MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex
45/100 +22.8%
567623 AnTuTu

OnePlus N6 leads Nokia 8 by 22.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
OnePlus N6
$245

Launch price difference: $454. OnePlus N6 was $454 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.