Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy M07

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy M07 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $699 and $113. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M07 leads — 41/100 vs 29/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M07 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M07 is faster in AnTuTu (552,286 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M07 doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 184g).

The Samsung Galaxy M07 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy M07
Performance 43
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 44
Portability 73
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 184g

  • Better display (52/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better portability (84/100 vs 73/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M07 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 552286 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper: $113 vs $699

  • Higher performance (43/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (44/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy M07, the Samsung Galaxy M07 scores 12 points higher (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 leads (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 leads (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy M07: The Samsung Galaxy M07 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Samsung Galaxy M07
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Helio G99
AnTuTu 438016 552286
Geekbench Single 427 727
Geekbench Multi 1500 2047
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" PLS LCD
Resolution 2560x1440 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 25W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7
NFC yes no
Protection IP54 IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 167.4×77.4×7.6 mm
Weight 160 g 184 g
Price $699 $113
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Samsung Galaxy M07
  • 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
Samsung Galaxy M07
  • 6.7" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Samsung Galaxy M07
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy M07, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy M07 MediaTek Helio G99
41/100 +20.7%
552286 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy M07 leads Nokia 8 by 20.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Samsung Galaxy M07
$113

Price difference: $586. Samsung Galaxy M07 is cheaper by $586.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M07 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 73/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy M07?

The Samsung Galaxy M07 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy M07?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy M07 — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy M07?

The Samsung Galaxy M07 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy M07?

The Samsung Galaxy M07 leads on performance (43/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy M07?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M07 is a better fit for everyday use.