Nokia 8 vs Tecno Spark Go 2024
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Tecno Spark Go 2024 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606; launch prices were $699 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia 8 leads — 29/100 vs 27/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark Go 2024 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 333,647); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark Go 2024 doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 186g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Tecno Spark Go 2024
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 427 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1500 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Lighter: 160g vs 186g
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (52/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Tecno Spark Go 2024 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $699
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Tecno Spark Go 2024, the Nokia 8 scores 2 points higher (29/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2024 leads (43/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Tecno Spark Go 2024 — 50/100; 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 Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2024 (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2024 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2024 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2024 (84/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Tecno Spark Go 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Unisoc T606 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 333647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 378 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1335 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 13 (Go edition), HIOS 13 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $80 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Spark Go 2024
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Spark Go 2024
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark Go 2024
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Tecno Spark Go 2024, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia 8 leads Tecno Spark Go 2024 by 31.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $619. Tecno Spark Go 2024 was $619 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2024 (52/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2024 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark Go 2024 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark Go 2024 (84/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Spark Go 2024?
The Nokia 8 edges out the Tecno Spark Go 2024 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Tecno Spark Go 2024?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Tecno Spark Go 2024 — 27/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Tecno Spark Go 2024?
The Nokia 8 leads on performance (33/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Tecno Spark Go 2024?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Tecno Spark Go 2024 (43/100 vs 12/100).