Nokia 8 vs Redmi Note 13R

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 45/100 vs 29/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 205g).

The Redmi Note 13R 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 13R
Performance
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 47
Portability 54
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 205g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13R better?
  • Bigger battery: 5030 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (47/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 16 points higher (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (47/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (47/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (84/100 vs 54/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 13R: The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Redmi Note 13R
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2
AnTuTu 438016
Geekbench Single 427
Geekbench Multi 1500
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2460
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP53
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 160 g 205 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Redmi Note 13R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Redmi Note 13R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Note 13R
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
47
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (47/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (84/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R 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 13R?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 13R?

The Redmi Note 13R leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi Note 13R?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.