Nokia 8 vs Poco M7 Plus 5G

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Poco M7 Plus 5G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3; launch prices were $699 and $168. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M7 Plus 5G leads — 51/100 vs 29/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M7 Plus 5G has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco M7 Plus 5G is faster in AnTuTu (622,608 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 217g).

The Poco M7 Plus 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 22 points (51/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Poco M7 Plus 5G
Performance 48
Display 65
Camera 40
Battery 68
Portability 42
Value for money 72
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 217g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Poco M7 Plus 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 622608 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 938 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2183 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $168 vs $699

  • Higher performance (48/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (65/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Poco M7 Plus 5G, the Poco M7 Plus 5G scores 22 points higher (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G leads (48/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G leads (68/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Poco M7 Plus 5G — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M7 Plus 5G (84/100 vs 42/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco M7 Plus 5G: The Poco M7 Plus 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Poco M7 Plus 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
AnTuTu 438016 622608
Geekbench Single 427 938
Geekbench Multi 1500 2183
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 2460x1080
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 13 MP 108 MP
Front camera 13 MP 13 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 15
NFC yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm
Weight 160 g 217 g
Launch price $699 $168
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Poco M7 Plus 5G
  • Main: 108MP f/1.75
  • Front: 13MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Poco M7 Plus 5G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
65
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Poco M7 Plus 5G
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Poco M7 Plus 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Poco M7 Plus 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
51/100 +29.6%
622608 AnTuTu

Poco M7 Plus 5G leads Nokia 8 by 29.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Poco M7 Plus 5G
$168

Launch price difference: $531. Poco M7 Plus 5G was $531 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 Plus 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Poco M7 Plus 5G (84/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M7 Plus 5G?

The Poco M7 Plus 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 22 points (51/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Poco M7 Plus 5G?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Poco M7 Plus 5G — 51/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M7 Plus 5G?

The Poco M7 Plus 5G leads on camera score (40/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M7 Plus 5G?

The Poco M7 Plus 5G leads on performance (48/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Poco M7 Plus 5G?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco M7 Plus 5G is a better fit for everyday use.