Nokia 8 vs Realme GT 8
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 29/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Realme GT 8
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 209g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $699
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 51 points higher (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 160 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Nokia 8 by 86.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Realme GT 8 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (98/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 (84/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 51 points (80/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Realme GT 8?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.