Nokia 8 vs Tecno Spark Go 2
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Tecno Spark Go 2 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $699 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark Go 2 leads — 33/100 vs 29/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark Go 2 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark Go 2 doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 189g).
Nokia 8
Tecno Spark Go 2
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 160g vs 189g
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 62/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 600 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1800 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $699
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Tecno Spark Go 2, the Tecno Spark Go 2 scores 4 points higher (33/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 leads (43/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Tecno Spark Go 2 — 50/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2 (84/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Tecno Spark Go 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1800 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15, HIOS 15 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 165.6×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $80 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark Go 2
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark Go 2
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark Go 2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $619. Tecno Spark Go 2 was $619 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2 (84/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Spark Go 2?
The Tecno Spark Go 2 edges out the Nokia 8 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Spark Go 2 — 33/100.
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Tecno Spark Go 2?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Spark Go 2 is a better fit for everyday use.