Nokia 8 vs Redmi Note 10S
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95; launch prices were $699 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 10S leads — 45/100 vs 29/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 10S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 10S is faster in AnTuTu (535,127 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 179g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Redmi Note 10S
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 179g
- Better display (52/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 535127 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 672 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1908 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $699
- Higher performance (42/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi Note 10S, the Redmi Note 10S scores 16 points higher (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 10S leads (52/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi Note 10S — 40/100; 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 Note 10S is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (84/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Redmi Note 10S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 535127 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 672 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1908 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi Note 10S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Note 10S leads Nokia 8 by 18.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Redmi Note 10S was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (52/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (52/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (84/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi Note 10S is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi Note 10S?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi Note 10S — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi Note 10S leads on camera score (39/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 10S?
The Redmi Note 10S leads on performance (42/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi Note 10S?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Redmi Note 10S (52/100 vs 12/100).