Overall Score
59.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#2861)59.8
Performance(#3061)62.5
Camera(#982)49.9
Display(#3820)70.5
Battery(#5601)43.5
Build(#190)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Nokia 8
Short Review
- The Nokia 8 features a sleek design with dimensions of 151.5 x 73.7 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 160g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and a durable aluminum frame.
- Its 5.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 554 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, an octa-core CPU, and options of 4GB or 6GB RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The dual rear camera setup includes two 13 MP sensors with optical image stabilization, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the front camera also features a 13 MP sensor for selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 3090mAh, supporting 18W charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 7.1.1 Nougat, upgradeable to Android 9.0 Pie, providing a near-stock experience.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1, but it does not support 5G.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Tempered Blue and Polished Copper.
- Notably, it retains a headphone jack, which is becoming less common in modern smartphones.
- Overall, the Nokia 8 combines solid build quality with competent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017, September 07
Announced2017, August 16
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~554 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.5 GHz Kryo & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF, OIS13 MP B/W, f/2.0, 1.12µm, PDAF
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Video4K
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3090 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3090 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.5 x 73.7 x 7.9 mm (5.96 x 2.90 x 0.31 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum back, aluminum frame (6000 series)
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsTempered Blue, Polished Blue, Steel, Polished Copper
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS VersionAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes