Nokia 8 vs OnePlus Nord

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the OnePlus Nord (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G; launch prices were $699 and $399. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord leads — 44/100 vs 29/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord has the bigger battery (4115 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the OnePlus Nord is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 184g).

The OnePlus Nord is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
OnePlus Nord
Performance 44
Display 69
Camera 39
Battery 27
Portability 67
Value for money 26
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 184g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 67/100)
What makes OnePlus Nord better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 799 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1836 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 4115 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $699

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (27/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (69/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the OnePlus Nord, the OnePlus Nord scores 15 points higher (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord leads (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord leads (27/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, OnePlus Nord — 26/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (69/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (27/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (84/100 vs 67/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
OnePlus Nord: The OnePlus Nord is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 OnePlus Nord
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
AnTuTu 438016 597974
Geekbench Single 427 799
Geekbench Multi 1500 1836
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 2400x1080
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 4115 mAh
Charging 18W 30W
Main camera 13 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 10
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 158.3×73.3×8.2 mm
Weight 160 g 184 g
Launch price $699 $399
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
OnePlus Nord
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
OnePlus Nord
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
69
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
OnePlus Nord
  • 4115 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
27
battery
Overall performance score

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

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
OnePlus Nord Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
44/100 +26.7%
597974 AnTuTu

OnePlus Nord leads Nokia 8 by 26.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
OnePlus Nord
$399

Launch price difference: $300. OnePlus Nord was $300 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (69/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (27/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord (84/100 vs 67/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus Nord?

The OnePlus Nord is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the OnePlus Nord?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the OnePlus Nord — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus Nord?

The OnePlus Nord leads on camera score (39/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the OnePlus Nord?

The OnePlus Nord leads on performance (44/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the OnePlus Nord?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus Nord is a better fit for everyday use.