Nokia 8 vs Vivo iQOO Z11

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $699 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads — 66/100 vs 29/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z11 is faster in AnTuTu (2,612,264 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 228g).

The Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 37 points (66/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Vivo iQOO Z11
Performance 79
Display 89
Camera 32
Battery 78
Portability 40
Value for money 76
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 228g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2612264 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 9020 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $699

  • Higher performance (79/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Vivo iQOO Z11 scores 37 points higher (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (79/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (78/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (78/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (84/100 vs 40/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z11: The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Vivo iQOO Z11
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
AnTuTu 438016 2612264
Geekbench Single 427 1553
Geekbench Multi 1500 6403
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 9020 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 160 g 228 g
Launch price $699 $290
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z11
  • 9020 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11 MediaTek Dimensity 8500
66/100 +83.2%
2612264 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO Z11 leads Nokia 8 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Vivo iQOO Z11
$290

Launch price difference: $409. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $409 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (89/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (78/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (84/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 37 points (66/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 66/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Vivo iQOO Z11 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Vivo iQOO Z11 leads on performance (79/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.