Nokia 8 vs Redmi K20 Pro
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi K20 Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $699 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K20 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 29/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K20 Pro has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K20 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (824,513 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Redmi K20 Pro
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 191g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi K20 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 824513 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 968 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2731 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $699
- Higher performance (54/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (41/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (24/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (56/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi K20 Pro, the Redmi K20 Pro scores 17 points higher (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K20 Pro leads (54/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro leads (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K20 Pro leads (24/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi K20 Pro — 26/100; 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 K20 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K20 Pro and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K20 Pro is a bit better (24/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (84/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Redmi K20 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2731 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 27W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 9 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K20 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K20 Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K20 Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi K20 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K20 Pro leads Nokia 8 by 46.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Redmi K20 Pro was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K20 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K20 Pro and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K20 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (41/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K20 Pro is a bit better (24/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (84/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Redmi K20 Pro is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi K20 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Redmi K20 Pro leads on camera score (41/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K20 Pro?
The Redmi K20 Pro leads on performance (54/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi K20 Pro?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Redmi K20 Pro (41/100 vs 12/100).