Nokia 8 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE V40 Pro leads — 55/100 vs 29/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 190g).

The ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 26 points (55/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance
Display 81
Camera 40
Battery 55
Portability 62
Value for money
What makes Nokia 8 better?
  • Lighter: 160g vs 190g

  • Better portability (84/100 vs 62/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 3090 mAh
  • Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (55/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the ZTE V40 Pro scores 26 points higher (55/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (55/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (55/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (84/100 vs 62/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 438016
Geekbench Single 427
Geekbench Multi 1500
Display 5.3" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2560x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3090 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 18W 65W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 13 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 7.1 Android 11
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 160 g 190 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
81
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
55
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia 8
$699
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (81/100 vs 52/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (40/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (55/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (84/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 26 points (55/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 55/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (40/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.