Nokia 8 vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 29/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 438,016).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $730
- Overall rating 29/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 64 points higher (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (97/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (95/100 vs 12/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 160 g | — | |
| Launch price | $699 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Nokia 8 by 88.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Nokia 8 was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (97/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (95/100 vs 12/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 64 points (93/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.