Nokia 8 vs Realme GT7 (China)
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Realme GT7 (China)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 203g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Realme GT7 (China), the Realme GT7 (China) scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (72/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (84/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Realme GT7 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 2835794 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 8430 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1280x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Realme GT7 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 (China) leads Nokia 8 by 84.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT7 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (72/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (84/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Realme GT7 (China) — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Realme GT7 (China)?
The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.