Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better portability (84/100 vs 72/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25+, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (54/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 9700 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Nokia 8 by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Nokia 8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (92/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (54/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.