Nokia 8 vs Redmi Note 14
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Note 14 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra; launch prices were $699 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 14 leads — 49/100 vs 29/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 14 has the bigger battery (5110 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 14 is faster in AnTuTu (660,807 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Redmi Note 14
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 190g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Redmi Note 14 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 660807 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 969 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2321 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5110 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $699
- Higher performance (49/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi Note 14, the Redmi Note 14 scores 20 points higher (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 14 leads (49/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 leads (48/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi Note 14 — 60/100; 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 14 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (84/100 vs 65/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Redmi Note 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 660807 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 969 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2321 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5110 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 84 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Note 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 14
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi Note 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Note 14 leads Nokia 8 by 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Redmi Note 14 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (49/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (48/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (84/100 vs 65/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 14?
The Redmi Note 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 20 points (49/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi Note 14?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi Note 14 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 14?
The Redmi Note 14 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 14?
The Redmi Note 14 leads on performance (49/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi Note 14?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Redmi Note 14 (48/100 vs 12/100).