Nokia 8 vs Redmi Note 17
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $699 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 17 leads — 51/100 vs 29/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 17 is faster in AnTuTu (600,942 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 225g).
Nokia 8
Redmi Note 17
- Lighter: 160g vs 225g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 600942 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 930 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2210 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $699
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi Note 17, the Redmi Note 17 scores 22 points higher (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (47/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (75/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi Note 17 — 68/100; 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 17 is a bit better (47/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (84/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 600942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 2210 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $185 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Note 17 leads Nokia 8 by 27.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $514. Redmi Note 17 was $514 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (47/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (78/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (75/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (84/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 22 points (51/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi Note 17?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 leads on performance (47/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi Note 17?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.