Nokia 8 vs Redmi 15C 4G

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi 15C 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C 4G leads — 38/100 vs 29/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 358,383); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 205g).

The Redmi 15C 4G edges out the Nokia 8 by just 9 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
Redmi 15C 4G
Performance 30
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 53
Portability 56
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 358383
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1500 vs 1416
  • Lighter: 160g vs 205g

  • Higher performance (33/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better portability (84/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi 15C 4G better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 432 vs 427
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi 15C 4G, the Redmi 15C 4G scores 9 points higher (38/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 and the Redmi 15C 4G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (84/100 vs 56/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 15C 4G: The Redmi 15C 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Redmi 15C 4G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 438016 358383
Geekbench Single 427 432
Geekbench Multi 1500 1416
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 15, HyperOS 2
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP64
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm
Weight 160 g 205 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Redmi 15C 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
Redmi 15C 4G
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi 15C 4G
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi 15C 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Redmi 15C 4G MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
38/100 -22.2%
358383 AnTuTu

Nokia 8 leads Redmi 15C 4G by 22.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Redmi 15C 4G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 and the Redmi 15C 4G are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C 4G and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 15C 4G (84/100 vs 56/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi 15C 4G?

The Redmi 15C 4G edges out the Nokia 8 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi 15C 4G?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi 15C 4G — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi 15C 4G?

The Redmi 15C 4G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi 15C 4G?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 15C 4G is a better fit for everyday use.