Nokia 8 vs Poco M6 Pro

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra; estimated prices are $699 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M6 Pro leads — 53/100 vs 29/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M6 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco M6 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (551,784 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 179g).

The Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 24 points (53/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Poco M6 Pro
Performance 43
Display 79
Camera 43
Battery 62
Portability 80
Value for money 64
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 179g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Poco M6 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 551784 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 730 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1983 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper: $220 vs $699

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (62/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better value for money (64/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Poco M6 Pro, the Poco M6 Pro scores 24 points higher (53/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco M6 Pro leads (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Pro leads (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro leads (62/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Pro leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (62/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 0/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco M6 Pro: The Poco M6 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Poco M6 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
AnTuTu 438016 551784
Geekbench Single 427 730
Geekbench Multi 1500 1983
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 2400x1080
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 67W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 13 / MIUI 14
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm
Weight 160 g 179 g
Price $699 $220
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Poco M6 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.79
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Poco M6 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Poco M6 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless charging: no data
62
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Poco M6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Poco M6 Pro MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
53/100 +20.6%
551784 AnTuTu

Poco M6 Pro leads Nokia 8 by 20.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Poco M6 Pro
$220

Price difference: $479. Poco M6 Pro is cheaper by $479.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco M6 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco M6 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (62/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 and the Poco M6 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (64/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M6 Pro?

The Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 24 points (53/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Poco M6 Pro?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Poco M6 Pro — 53/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M6 Pro?

The Poco M6 Pro leads on camera score (43/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M6 Pro?

The Poco M6 Pro leads on performance (43/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Poco M6 Pro?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco M6 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.