Overall Score
59.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#2875)59.8
Performance(#3460)62.5
Camera(#1041)49.9
Display(#5443)70.5
Battery(#10260)43.5
Build(#646)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7)
Short Review
- The Nokia 8.1 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by a plastic frame, weighing 180 grams.
- Its 6.18-inch IPS LCD display supports HDR10, offering a resolution of 1080 x 2280 pixels with a pixel density of approximately 408 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset, it delivers solid performance through its octa-core CPU and Adreno 616 GPU, available with up to 6GB of RAM.
- The dual-camera setup includes a 12 MP main sensor with OIS and a 13 MP secondary sensor, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 20 MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies.
- A 3500 mAh battery supports 18W fast charging but lacks wireless charging.
- Running on Android 9.0 with an upgrade path to Android 11, it offers a clean software experience through Android One.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC.
- The phone does not support 5G and features a USB Type-C port.
- Overall, the Nokia 8.1 combines a premium design with competent performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, December 05
Announced2018, October 16
DescriptionVersions: Nokia 8.1 (Global); Nokia X7 (China)
Display
Size6.18"
TypeIPS LCD, HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2280 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~408 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionNEG
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM710 Snapdragon 710 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver)
GPUAdreno 616
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS13 MP
Front Camera20 MP
Front Camera Details20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3", 0.9µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3500 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions154.8 x 75.8 x 8 mm (6.09 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlue, Silver, Steel, Copper, Iron, Steel
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 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 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, Android One
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11, Android One
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes