Nokia 8 vs Realme C65 4G

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C65 4G leads — 36/100 vs 29/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C65 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 346,495); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 185g).

The Realme C65 4G edges out the Nokia 8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Realme C65 4G
Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 48
Portability 72
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 427 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1500 vs 1364
  • Lighter: 160g vs 185g

  • Higher performance (33/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better display (52/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (84/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Realme C65 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Realme C65 4G, the Realme C65 4G scores 7 points higher (36/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G leads (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 and the Realme C65 4G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme C65 4G: The Realme C65 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Realme C65 4G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 438016 346495
Geekbench Single 427 420
Geekbench Multi 1500 1364
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 720x1604
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 45W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 14, Realme UI 5.0
Brightness (peak) 625 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 164.6×76.1×7.6 mm
Weight 160 g 185 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Realme C65 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Realme C65 4G
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Realme C65 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Realme C65 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Realme C65 4G MediaTek Helio G85
36/100 -26.4%
346495 AnTuTu

Nokia 8 leads Realme C65 4G by 26.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Realme C65 4G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 and the Realme C65 4G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Realme C65 4G?

The Realme C65 4G edges out the Nokia 8 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Realme C65 4G?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Realme C65 4G — 36/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Realme C65 4G?

The Realme C65 4G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Realme C65 4G?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C65 4G is a better fit for everyday use.