Nokia 8 vs Redmi K80

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $699 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 leads — 67/100 vs 29/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 has the bigger battery (6550 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 is faster in AnTuTu (2,288,566 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 213g).

The Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 38 points (67/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Redmi K80
Performance 82
Display 90
Camera 37
Battery 68
Portability 50
Value for money 74
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 213g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi K80 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2288566 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2205 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7192 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 6550 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $699

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi K80, the Redmi K80 scores 38 points higher (67/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 leads (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 leads (68/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi K80 — 74/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (84/100 vs 50/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K80: The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Redmi K80
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 438016 2288566
Geekbench Single 427 2205
Geekbench Multi 1500 7192
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 3200x1440
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 6550 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm
Weight 160 g 213 g
Launch price $699 $345
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Redmi K80
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Redmi K80
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi K80
  • 6550 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi K80, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Redmi K80 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
67/100 +80.9%
2288566 AnTuTu

Redmi K80 leads Nokia 8 by 80.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Redmi K80
$345

Launch price difference: $354. Redmi K80 was $354 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 (84/100 vs 50/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K80?

The Redmi K80 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 38 points (67/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi K80?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi K80 — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K80?

The Redmi K80 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi K80?

The Redmi K80 leads on performance (82/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi K80?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users.