Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $699 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 29/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 438,016).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 162g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $799
- Overall rating 29/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 45 points higher (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (31/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 9100 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 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 S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Nokia 8 by 84.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Nokia 8 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (77/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (31/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 45 points (74/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.