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).

The Redmi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 22 points (51/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Redmi 17
Performance 49
Display 75
Camera 30
Battery 68
Portability 44
Value for money 66
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 215g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi 17 better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 17: The Redmi 17 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Redmi 17
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Redmi 17
  • 6.9" LCD
  • Resolution: 2460x1080
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
75
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi 17
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Redmi 17 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5
51/100 +32.8%
652054 AnTuTu

Redmi 17 leads Nokia 8 by 32.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Redmi 17
$199

Launch price difference: $500. Redmi 17 was $500 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.