Nokia 8 vs Redmi Turbo 5

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $699 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 29/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 204g).

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 38 points (67/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Redmi Turbo 5
Performance 80
Display 85
Camera 37
Battery 74
Portability 55
Value for money 86
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 204g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 7560 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $699

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (74/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 38 points higher (67/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (86/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (74/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (86/100 vs 0/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5: The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Redmi Turbo 5
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
AnTuTu 438016 2809170
Geekbench Single 427 1553
Geekbench Multi 1500 6403
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 2756x1268
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 7560 mAh
Charging 18W 100W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm
Weight 160 g 204 g
Price $699 $250
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Redmi Turbo 5
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2756x1268
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Turbo 5
  • 7560 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
74
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
67/100 +84.4%
2809170 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 leads Nokia 8 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Redmi Turbo 5
$250

Price difference: $449. Redmi Turbo 5 is cheaper by $449.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (74/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (84/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (86/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 38 points (67/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Redmi Turbo 5?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.