Nokia 8 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $699 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 29/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 225g).
Nokia 8
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 160g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $699 vs $999
- Better portability (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 56 points higher (85/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (92/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (87/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 10200 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| 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 | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $699 | $999 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nokia 8 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Nokia 8 by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Nokia 8 is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (92/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (87/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (80/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 29/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (82/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 56 points (85/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.