Nokia 8 vs Poco X7

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Poco X7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra; launch prices were $699 and $279. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X7 leads — 54/100 vs 29/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X7 has the bigger battery (5110 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X7 is faster in AnTuTu (820,021 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 185g).

The Poco X7 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 X7
Performance 54
Display 83
Camera 37
Battery 51
Portability 63
Value for money 56
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 185g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Poco X7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 820021 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5110 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $279 vs $699

  • Higher performance (54/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (83/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Poco X7, the Poco X7 scores 25 points higher (54/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X7 leads (54/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X7 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 leads (51/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Poco X7 — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X7 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (83/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X7 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (84/100 vs 63/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X7: The Poco X7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Poco X7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra
AnTuTu 438016 820021
Geekbench Single 427 1011
Geekbench Multi 1500 2813
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 1220x2712
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5110 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 162.3×74.4×8.4 mm
Weight 160 g 185 g
Launch price $699 $279
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Poco X7
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Poco X7
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1220x2712
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Poco X7
  • 5110 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Poco X7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Poco X7 MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultra
54/100 +46.6%
820021 AnTuTu

Poco X7 leads Nokia 8 by 46.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Poco X7
$279

Launch price difference: $420. Poco X7 was $420 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X7 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (83/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X7 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (51/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Poco X7 (84/100 vs 63/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X7?

The Poco X7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 25 points (54/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Poco X7?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Poco X7 — 54/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X7?

The Poco X7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X7?

The Poco X7 leads on performance (54/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Poco X7?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X7 is a better fit for everyday use.