Nokia 8 vs Realme 15x
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $699 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 15x leads — 51/100 vs 29/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 15x is faster in AnTuTu (524,785 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 212g).
Nokia 8
Realme 15x
- Lighter: 160g vs 212g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 49/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 524785 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $699
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (65/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Realme 15x, the Realme 15x scores 22 points higher (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 15x leads (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x leads (75/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Realme 15x — 54/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (84/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Realme 15x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1980 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $250 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia 8 and Realme 15x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme 15x leads Nokia 8 by 16.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $449. Realme 15x was $449 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Realme 15x (84/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 22 points (51/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Realme 15x?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Realme 15x — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x leads on camera score (40/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x leads on performance (43/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Realme 15x?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 15x is a better fit for those who care about battery life.