Nokia 8 vs ZTE Blade V50

Comparing the Nokia 8 (2017) and the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V50 leads — 49/100 vs 29/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 178g).

The ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 20 points (49/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
ZTE Blade V50
Performance
Display 79
Camera 32
Battery 42
Portability 72
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 178g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 72/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the ZTE Blade V50, the ZTE Blade V50 scores 20 points higher (49/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 ZTE Blade V50
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
AnTuTu 438016
Geekbench Single 427
Geekbench Multi 1500
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 18W 33W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 13
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 160 g 178 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
ZTE Blade V50
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (79/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V50 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (32/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (42/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (84/100 vs 72/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 20 points (49/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE Blade V50?

The ZTE Blade V50 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the ZTE Blade V50?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for everyday use.