Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $699 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 29/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 180g).
Nokia 8
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Lighter: 160g vs 180g
- Cheaper: $699 vs $1099
- Better portability (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (44/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 37 points higher (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 11051 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 160 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $699 | $1099 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nokia 8 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Nokia 8 by 86.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Nokia 8 is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (94/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 37 points (66/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.