Nokia 8 vs Poco M8

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $699 and $209. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M8 leads — 54/100 vs 29/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8 has the bigger battery (5520 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco M8 is faster in AnTuTu (840,643 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 178g).

The Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 25 points (54/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Poco M8
Performance 55
Display 79
Camera 34
Battery 54
Portability 79
Value for money 70
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 178g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Poco M8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 840643 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1015 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2920 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5520 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $699

  • Higher performance (55/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (34/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Poco M8, the Poco M8 scores 25 points higher (54/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco M8 leads (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 leads (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 leads (54/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Poco M8 — 70/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco M8: The Poco M8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Poco M8
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
AnTuTu 438016 840643
Geekbench Single 427 1015
Geekbench Multi 1500 2920
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2392
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5520 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP66
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm
Weight 160 g 178 g
Launch price $699 $209
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Poco M8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 20MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Poco M8
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Poco M8
  • 5520 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Poco M8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Poco M8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
54/100 +47.9%
840643 AnTuTu

Poco M8 leads Nokia 8 by 47.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Poco M8
$209

Launch price difference: $490. Poco M8 was $490 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (55/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M8?

The Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 25 points (54/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Poco M8?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Poco M8 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M8?

The Poco M8 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Poco M8?

The Poco M8 leads on performance (55/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Poco M8?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco M8 is a better fit for everyday use.