Nokia 8 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 64/100 vs 29/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 192g).

The Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 35 points (64/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 81
Display 80
Camera 39
Battery 53
Portability 62
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 192g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2205 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7192 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (81/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (80/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 35 points higher (64/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (84/100 vs 62/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 438016 2096581
Geekbench Single 427 2205
Geekbench Multi 1500 7192
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2340
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 13 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 12 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP65
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 160 g 192 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VI Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
64/100 +79.1%
2096581 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Nokia 8 by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (39/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (53/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (84/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 35 points (64/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 64/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on camera score (39/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (81/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.