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 (534,895 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 179g).

The Redmi Note 10S is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Redmi Note 10S
Performance 41
Display 51
Camera 39
Battery 52
Portability 68
Value for money 42
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: 534895 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 673 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1881 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $699

  • Higher performance (41/100 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 — 42/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 10S is a bit better (41/100 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).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 10S: The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Redmi Note 10S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Helio G95
AnTuTu 438016 534895
Geekbench Single 427 673
Geekbench Multi 1500 1881
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
12
camera
Redmi Note 10S
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 13MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Redmi Note 10S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Note 10S
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi Note 10S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 10S MediaTek Helio G95
45/100 +18.1%
534895 AnTuTu

Redmi Note 10S leads Nokia 8 by 18.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Redmi Note 10S
$250

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 (41/100 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 (41/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi Note 10S?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for everyday use.