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; estimated prices are $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).

The Redmi K20 Pro is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money
Redmi K20 Pro
Performance 54
Display 56
Camera 41
Battery 24
Portability 56
Value for money
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: $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). 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).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K20 Pro: The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
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
Price $699 $350
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Redmi K20 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
56
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • No wireless charging
24
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi K20 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Redmi K20 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
46/100 +46.9%
824513 AnTuTu

Redmi K20 Pro leads Nokia 8 by 46.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Redmi K20 Pro
$350

Price difference: $349. Redmi K20 Pro is cheaper by $349.

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?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.