Nokia 8 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads — 39/100 vs 29/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 207g).

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance
Display 54
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 207g

  • Better camera (12/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better portability (84/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (54/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 scores 10 points higher (39/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads (66/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (66/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (84/100 vs 52/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 438016
Geekbench Single 427
Geekbench Multi 1500
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 160 g 207 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia 8 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 are nearly equal (12/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (66/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (84/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 39/100.

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.