Nokia 8 vs Realme 12 Pro
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; launch prices were $699 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 Pro leads — 55/100 vs 29/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 12 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (736,675 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 190g).
Nokia 8
Realme 12 Pro
- Lighter: 160g vs 190g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 56/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 736675 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 935 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2719 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $699
- Higher performance (52/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (49/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (70/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Realme 12 Pro, the Realme 12 Pro scores 26 points higher (55/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (52/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (49/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 736675 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 935 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2719 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $215 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia 8 and Realme 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme 12 Pro leads Nokia 8 by 40.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $484. Realme 12 Pro was $484 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (84/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (70/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 26 points (55/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Realme 12 Pro?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on performance (52/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Realme 12 Pro?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.