Nokia 8 vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $699 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads — 74/100 vs 29/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 has the bigger battery (5165 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $830
- Better portability (84/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5165 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (57/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 scores 45 points higher (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (57/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (56/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (57/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (84/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads Nokia 8 by 86.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $131. Nokia 8 was $131 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (57/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (56/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (84/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 45 points (74/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on camera score (57/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on performance (91/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.