Nokia 8 vs Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G; launch prices were $699 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G leads — 41/100 vs 29/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G has the bigger battery (4160 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 192g).

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
Performance 44
Display 56
Camera 34
Battery 25
Portability 65
Value for money 22
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 192g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 799 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1836 vs 1500
  • Bigger battery: 4160 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 20W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $699

  • Higher performance (44/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (34/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (25/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (56/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G scores 12 points higher (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G leads (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G leads (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G leads (25/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G — 22/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (84/100 vs 65/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G: The Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 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 2400x1080
Refresh rate 60 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 4160 mAh
Charging 18W 20W
Main camera 13 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 10
Brightness (peak) 430 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 163.7×74.8×7.9 mm
Weight 160 g 192 g
Launch price $699 $350
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
56
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
  • 4160 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
25
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
41/100 +26.7%
597974 AnTuTu

Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G leads Nokia 8 by 26.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G
$350

Launch price difference: $349. Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G was $349 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (34/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a bit better (25/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G (84/100 vs 65/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G — 41/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G leads on camera score (34/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G leads on performance (44/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Mi 10 Lite 5G is a better fit for everyday use.