Nokia 8 vs Redmi Note 9S
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $699 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 9S leads — 39/100 vs 29/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi Note 9S is faster in AnTuTu (517,460 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Redmi Note 9S
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 210g
- Better display (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 517460 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1762 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $699
- Higher performance (41/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (34/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Redmi Note 9S scores 10 points higher (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (43/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Redmi Note 9S — 38/100; 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 9S is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Redmi Note 9S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1762 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Note 9S leads Nokia 8 by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Redmi Note 9S was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 9S is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (84/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi Note 9S is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi Note 9S?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi Note 9S leads on camera score (34/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Note 9S?
The Redmi Note 9S leads on performance (41/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi Note 9S?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 44/100).