Nokia 8 (4GB + 64GB) review. Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartphones and if it's worth buying.
Overall score
What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score components:
90.0%
Technical Score
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User score
Technical Score
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
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Design
User score
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.
#15 in Best Nokia Phones
#116 in Best Compact Smartphones
#302 in Best Mid-Range Smartphones
#1037 in Best NFC Smartphones
#1152 in Best Android Smartphones
#1199 in Best AI Smartphones
#1207 in Best Smartphones
#1207 in Best Value Smartphones
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
What it is: An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score components:
60.0%
Overall score
40.0%
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According to Ubergizmo, the Nokia 8 marks a return to the flagship market with reliable performance and a top-tier build from 6000 series aluminum. It features a vibrant 5.3-inch QHD display and uses a Snapdragon 835 chipset with 4GB of RAM for smooth performance. A notable feature is the dual 13-megapixel ZEISS cameras with a "Bothie" mode. However, the review points out several...Read more
According to Android Police, the Nokia 8 blends Nokia durability with a stock Android experience, offering exceptional build quality and fluid performance due to its Snapdragon 835 chipset. However, it suffers from a slippery design, large display bezels, limited IP54 splash resistance, and disappointing camera performance, particularly in low light. Despite these drawbacks, the...Read more
The Nokia 8, reviewed by CNET, is described as a high-performing 2017 flagship featuring a Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and a bright 5.3-inch QHD display. Pros include its power-packed performance and a dual 13-megapixel camera system with a "Bothie" feature for simultaneous front and rear camera use. Cons include the lack of full waterproofing (only splash-proof), a less...Read more
The DXOMARK review of the Nokia 8 highlights a premium-built, high-end device that fails to compete in camera performance with an overall score of 68. Still photography pros include consistent target exposure, accurate white balance, and decent dynamic range in Auto HDR mode, though the camera often lacks fine detail and displays significant noise. Key photography cons involve a...Read more
GSMArena's long-term review of the Nokia 8 highlights the device as a durable, "safe" flagship with excellent 6000-series aluminum build quality. Key pros include a bright 5.3-inch Quad HD display (up to 700 nits) and solid, day-long battery life, though the dated design with large bezels is considered a notable con. The software, offering a "pure," clean Android experience similar...Read more
The Nokia 8, reviewed by GSMArena, is a flagship device featuring a premium 6000-series aluminum unibody, a bright, high-quality LCD display, and strong performance driven by the Snapdragon 835 chipset. Key strengths include ZEISS-powered cameras with excellent portrait and monochrome modes, as well as the unique "Bothie" mode and OZO audio for enhanced video recording. However,...Read more
The Nokia 8 is a technically sound, well-priced flagship featuring a Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and a durable 6000-series aluminium unibody, offering a strong return for the brand despite a lack of "wow factor". Key pros include the clean, stock Android experience and excellent battery endurance, lasting nearly 20 hours in testing due to efficient thermal management....Read more
According to a review, the Nokia 8 features a sturdy build and efficient Snapdragon 835 chipset but is hindered by a dated design with large bezels and camera performance that is slow to focus and produces noisy low-light photos. The device benefits from clean, stock Android software that contributes to excellent battery life, although the "Bothie" camera mode is considered a...Read more
The TechRadar review describes the Nokia 8 as a solid flagship with a premium design and bright QHD display, powered by a Snapdragon 835 chip and 4GB RAM with liquid cooling. While praised for its performance, pure Android software, OZO 3D audio, and all-day battery life, it was criticized for lacking innovative features compared to competitors, having a clunky camera interface,...Read more
According to Ubergizmo, the Nokia 8 marks a return to the flagship market with reliable performance and a top-tier build from 6000 series aluminum. It features a vibrant 5.3-inch QHD display and uses a Snapdragon 835 chipset with 4GB of RAM for smooth performance. A notable feature is the dual 13-megapixel ZEISS cameras with a "Bothie" mode. However, the review points out several...Read more
According to Android Police, the Nokia 8 blends Nokia durability with a stock Android experience, offering exceptional build quality and fluid performance due to its Snapdragon 835 chipset. However, it suffers from a slippery design, large display bezels, limited IP54 splash resistance, and disappointing camera performance, particularly in low light. Despite these drawbacks, the...Read more
The Verivox review identifies the Nokia 8 as a high-quality, durable flagship featuring a robust aluminum build and an exceptionally bright 5.3-inch QHD display (700 nits). Running a "pure" version of Android, the device offers a fast user experience, powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor and 4GB of RAM for smooth multitasking. Key features highlighted include dual 13-megapixel...Read more
The Nokia 8 features a premium, robust aluminum design with a highly bright 5.3-inch QHD display and top-tier performance from the Snapdragon 835 processor. However, the device lacks modern features like full waterproofing (IP54 only) and wireless charging, and its design includes large bezels compared to competitors. While the ZEISS-branded camera delivers strong daylight...Read more
The Nokia 8 is a high-end, durable smartphone featuring a 5.3-inch Quad HD display with high 700-nit brightness and a premium aluminum unibody. It delivers a smooth performance via the Snapdragon 835 processor and runs a near-stock, bloatware-free version of Android. Key camera features include a Zeiss-certified dual-sensor setup, "Bothie" mode for simultaneous front/rear recording,...Read more
The PC-Welt review highlights the Nokia 8 as a high-performance flagship, emphasizing its top-tier Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB RAM, and bright 700-nit QHD display as major pros. While the clean "pure" Android experience is praised, the device's design is noted for featuring outdated, large bezels despite its durable aluminum build. Conversely, the Zeiss dual-camera system is a...Read more
According to a review from Stern, the Nokia 8 is a functional, high-end device that struggles to compete with top-tier flagships due to an uninspired design featuring large bezels. While equipped with powerful internal hardware like the Snapdragon 835 and a bright QHD display, the device fails to meet the premium expectations of its intended class. Key strengths of the device...Read more
The Verivox review identifies the Nokia 8 as a high-quality, durable flagship featuring a robust aluminum build and an exceptionally bright 5.3-inch QHD display (700 nits). Running a "pure" version of Android, the device offers a fast user experience, powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor and 4GB of RAM for smooth multitasking. Key features highlighted include dual 13-megapixel...Read more
The Nokia 8 features a premium, robust aluminum design with a highly bright 5.3-inch QHD display and top-tier performance from the Snapdragon 835 processor. However, the device lacks modern features like full waterproofing (IP54 only) and wireless charging, and its design includes large bezels compared to competitors. While the ZEISS-branded camera delivers strong daylight...Read more
The Nokia 8, reviewed by Les Numériques, is a well-built, high-performance flagship featuring an exceptional 5.3-inch QHD LCD screen with high brightness and accurate colors, though the design is noted to be slippery and prone to fingerprints. Powered by a Snapdragon 835, it delivers a fluid, nearly stock Android experience with advanced heat management, while its primary cons...Read more
The Nokia 8 acts as a robust, high-performance return for the brand to the flagship market, featuring a premium 6000-series aluminum unibody design. It boasts a high-quality 5.3-inch QHD IPS display with 700 nits brightness and top-tier performance via the Snapdragon 835 processor. Key strengths include the Zeiss-branded dual-camera system, which enables unique "Bothie" (dual-sight)...Read more
The Nokia 8, reviewed by Darty, is positioned as a "quietly powerful" flagship featuring a robust 6000-series aluminum chassis and a highly detailed 5.3-inch Quad-HD screen. Key strengths include a pure Android interface and a capable Snapdragon 835 processor, though the design is noted for its dated large bezels and the device only offers IP54 splash resistance rather than full...Read more
The Nokia 8, as reviewed by Frandroid, is a robust, well-finished flagship featuring a slim 7.3mm aluminum unibody design. It boasts an exceptionally bright 5.3-inch QHD display (700 nits) and a clean "pure" Android experience powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset. Key, albeit niche, features include OZO Audio for immersive sound and a "Bothie" mode for dual-camera shooting....Read more
The Nokia 8, reviewed by Les Numériques, is a well-built, high-performance flagship featuring an exceptional 5.3-inch QHD LCD screen with high brightness and accurate colors, though the design is noted to be slippery and prone to fingerprints. Powered by a Snapdragon 835, it delivers a fluid, nearly stock Android experience with advanced heat management, while its primary cons...Read more
The Nokia 8 acts as a robust, high-performance return for the brand to the flagship market, featuring a premium 6000-series aluminum unibody design. It boasts a high-quality 5.3-inch QHD IPS display with 700 nits brightness and top-tier performance via the Snapdragon 835 processor. Key strengths include the Zeiss-branded dual-camera system, which enables unique "Bothie" (dual-sight)...Read more
The Nokia 8, as reviewed by El Confidencial, serves as a premium, conservative return for the brand featuring solid aluminum build quality, a 5.3-inch QHD display with 700 nits brightness, and top-tier Snapdragon 835 performance. Key innovations include the "Bothie" Dual-Sight camera mode for simultaneous front/rear capture, OZO Audio for spatial sound, and a clean, near-stock...Read more
According to the Computer Hoy review, the Nokia 8 marks a strong brand return, featuring a durable, 7.3mm-thick aluminum unibody design and a highly readable 5.3-inch QHD screen. Powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor with 4GB of RAM, the device delivers high-end performance, while the "Pure Android" interface provides a clean, bloatware-free experience. While the battery offers...Read more
The Forbes México review characterizes the Nokia 8 as a robust flagship with a premium 6000-series aluminum build, a vibrant 5.3-inch QHD display with up to 700 nits brightness, and a clean Android experience powered by the Snapdragon 835, according to findings discussed in. Key features include the "Bothie" camera mode for dual-sensor recording and OZO 360° audio, but the device...Read more
The Nokia 8, as reviewed by El Confidencial, serves as a premium, conservative return for the brand featuring solid aluminum build quality, a 5.3-inch QHD display with 700 nits brightness, and top-tier Snapdragon 835 performance. Key innovations include the "Bothie" Dual-Sight camera mode for simultaneous front/rear capture, OZO Audio for spatial sound, and a clean, near-stock...Read more
According to the Computer Hoy review, the Nokia 8 marks a strong brand return, featuring a durable, 7.3mm-thick aluminum unibody design and a highly readable 5.3-inch QHD screen. Powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor with 4GB of RAM, the device delivers high-end performance, while the "Pure Android" interface provides a clean, bloatware-free experience. While the battery offers...Read more
The Nokia 8 re-enters the flagship market with a 6000-series aluminum body, featuring a bright 5.3-inch QHD display. Performance is driven by a Snapdragon 835 chipset and stock Android, while the dual 13MP Zeiss camera system supports "Bothie" mode and 360-degree OZO Audio. Key limitations include IP54 splash resistance, a lack of wireless charging, and inconsistent, slow low-light...Read more
Andrea Galeazzi’s review of the Nokia 8 describes it as a solid, premium-built, high-end return for the brand featuring a 7.9mm unibody aluminum design, though with a somewhat dated, older Lumia-inspired aesthetic. The 5.3-inch QHD IPS display is praised for its brightness and visibility, while performance is robust thanks to the Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and near-stock...Read more
The Nokia 8, reviewed by Fanpage.it, is a premium aluminum device priced at €599 in Italy, featuring a 5.3-inch Quad HD display, Snapdragon 835 processor, and a "pure" Android 7.1.1 experience. Key advantages include its clean software and a dual 13-megapixel Zeiss camera system with "Bothie" mode and 360-degree OZO Audio. However, the review notes significant drawbacks,...Read more
The Nokia 8 features a 5.3-inch QHD display and a 7.3mm aluminum unibody, offering a premium feel and high-end build quality. It provides a smooth user experience powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor and stock Android, while boasting excellent battery life. However, the device lacks full IP68 water resistance, offering only IP54, and misses a notification LED. While featuring...Read more
The Nokia 8 re-enters the flagship market with a 6000-series aluminum body, featuring a bright 5.3-inch QHD display. Performance is driven by a Snapdragon 835 chipset and stock Android, while the dual 13MP Zeiss camera system supports "Bothie" mode and 360-degree OZO Audio. Key limitations include IP54 splash resistance, a lack of wireless charging, and inconsistent, slow low-light...Read more
Andrea Galeazzi’s review of the Nokia 8 describes it as a solid, premium-built, high-end return for the brand featuring a 7.9mm unibody aluminum design, though with a somewhat dated, older Lumia-inspired aesthetic. The 5.3-inch QHD IPS display is praised for its brightness and visibility, while performance is robust thanks to the Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and near-stock...Read more
Following two months of use, the Techzine review concludes that the Nokia 8 is a high-quality "no-nonsense" flagship, living up to the brand's reputation for durability with its sturdy aluminum unibody design. The device features an impressive, bright 5.3-inch QHD display and delivers fluid, top-tier performance thanks to its Snapdragon 835 processor and near-stock Android software....Read more
The Nokia 8, as reviewed by AndroidWorld.nl, marks a robust return for the brand, offering a high-end, fast experience powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and clean Stock Android. The 5.3-inch QHD display is notably bright (700 nits), while the premium aluminum build features effective liquid-cooled copper pipe technology to prevent overheating. Despite strengths in...Read more
The Nokia 8 is presented as a high-end, reliable smartphone featuring exceptional aluminum unibody build quality and a bright 5.3-inch QHD display. It delivers fast, competitive performance with a Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and a clean "pure" Android interface. While offering unique features like "Bothie" mode and 360-degree audio, the device is criticized for its dated,...Read more
The Nokia 8, HMD Global's flagship, features a premium, aluminum design and a clean, near-stock Android experience driven by the Snapdragon 835 processor. Key performance pros include high responsiveness and fast multitasking, though the design is hindered by a 16:9 display with large bezels. While the 5.3-inch QHD display offers high brightness, it suffers from dull color...Read more
Tweakers identifies the Nokia 8 as HMD Global’s first legitimate high-end Android flagship, featuring a robust aluminum unibody, a 5.3-inch QHD display with 700 nits brightness, and a Snapdragon 835 chipset. Pros include excellent build quality, near-stock Android for fast updates, a 3.5mm headphone jack, OZO Audio for spatial recording, and a "Bothie" camera mode. Cons involve...Read more
The Android Planet review characterizes the Nokia 8 as a robust 2017 flagship, highlighting its premium aluminum build, exceptional 5.3-inch QHD display (700 nits), and fast performance driven by a Snapdragon 835 processor and 4GB of RAM. A key strength is the "pure" stock Android experience, which ensures speed, timely updates, and solid all-day battery life with quick charging....Read more
The Nokia 8 delivers a "no-nonsense" flagship experience with a durable, 6000-series aluminum body and a high-quality 5.3-inch QHD LCD display. Powered by the Snapdragon 835, it offers smooth performance and utilizes clean, stock Android for quick updates, although its design includes large, old-school bezels. While featuring solid battery life with Quick Charge 3.0, it lacks full...Read more
Following two months of use, the Techzine review concludes that the Nokia 8 is a high-quality "no-nonsense" flagship, living up to the brand's reputation for durability with its sturdy aluminum unibody design. The device features an impressive, bright 5.3-inch QHD display and delivers fluid, top-tier performance thanks to its Snapdragon 835 processor and near-stock Android software....Read more
The Nokia 8, as reviewed by AndroidWorld.nl, marks a robust return for the brand, offering a high-end, fast experience powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and clean Stock Android. The 5.3-inch QHD display is notably bright (700 nits), while the premium aluminum build features effective liquid-cooled copper pipe technology to prevent overheating. Despite strengths in...Read more
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