Nokia 8 vs Xiaomi 14

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; estimated prices are $699 and $191. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 29/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 14 has the bigger battery (4610 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 14 is faster in AnTuTu (2,363,726 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 193g).

The Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 46 points (75/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money
Xiaomi 14
Performance 82
Display 85
Camera 71
Battery 65
Portability 61
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 193g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2363726 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2200 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7000 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 4610 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Cheaper: $191 vs $699

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (71/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 46 points higher (75/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (65/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (71/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (65/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (84/100 vs 61/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 14: The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Xiaomi 14
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 438016 2363726
Geekbench Single 427 2200
Geekbench Multi 1500 7000
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 2670x1200
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 4610 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 138
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 7.1 Android 14 / HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm
Weight 160 g 193 g
Price $699 $191
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Xiaomi 14
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
71
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Xiaomi 14
  • 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2670x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Xiaomi 14
  • 4610 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
65
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 14 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
75/100 +81.5%
2363726 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 14 leads Nokia 8 by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Xiaomi 14
$191

Price difference: $508. Xiaomi 14 is cheaper by $508.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (71/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (65/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (84/100 vs 61/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 46 points (75/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Xiaomi 14?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Xiaomi 14 leads on camera score (71/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Xiaomi 14 leads on performance (82/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Xiaomi 14?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.