Nokia 8 vs Vivo X51 5G

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Vivo X51 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X51 5G leads — 46/100 vs 29/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X51 5G has the bigger battery (4315 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Vivo X51 5G is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 181g).

The Vivo X51 5G is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Vivo X51 5G
Performance 44
Display 68
Camera 42
Battery 31
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 181g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Vivo X51 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 799 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1836 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 4315 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (42/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (31/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (68/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Vivo X51 5G, the Vivo X51 5G scores 17 points higher (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X51 5G leads (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X51 5G leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X51 5G leads (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X51 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X51 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X51 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X51 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (31/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo X51 5G: The Vivo X51 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Vivo X51 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
AnTuTu 438016 597974
Geekbench Single 427 799
Geekbench Multi 1500 1836
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2376
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 4315 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 13 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 10, Funtouch 10.0
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 158.5×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 160 g 181 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Vivo X51 5G
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Vivo X51 5G
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
68
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo X51 5G
  • 4315 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
31
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Vivo X51 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Vivo X51 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
46/100 +26.7%
597974 AnTuTu

Vivo X51 5G leads Nokia 8 by 26.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Vivo X51 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X51 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo X51 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (68/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X51 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (42/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo X51 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (31/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo X51 5G?

The Vivo X51 5G is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Vivo X51 5G?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo X51 5G — 46/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo X51 5G?

The Vivo X51 5G leads on camera score (42/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Vivo X51 5G?

The Vivo X51 5G leads on performance (44/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Vivo X51 5G?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X51 5G is a better fit for everyday use.