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; launch prices were $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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $999
- Better portability (84/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- 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)
Comparison verdict
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). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 80/100; 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 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).
Specs comparison
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $699 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
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
Overall performance score
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.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Nokia 8 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
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).
Frequently asked questions
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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.