Nokia 8 vs Redmi 17
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17 leads — 51/100 vs 29/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (652,054 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 215g).
Nokia 8
Redmi 17
- Lighter: 160g vs 215g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 652054 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 943 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2410 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $699
- Higher performance (49/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (75/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi 17, the Redmi 17 scores 22 points higher (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17 leads (49/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 17 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 leads (68/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi 17 — 66/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (84/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Redmi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 652054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 943 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2410 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.9" LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2460x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| 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 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 160 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $199 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 17
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi 17
- 6.9" LCD
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi 17 leads Nokia 8 by 32.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $500. Redmi 17 was $500 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (84/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi 17?
The Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 22 points (51/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi 17?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi 17 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi 17?
The Redmi 17 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi 17?
The Redmi 17 leads on performance (49/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi 17?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17 is a better fit for everyday use.