Compare: Nokia 7 Plus vs Nokia 8.1 (4GB RAM, 64GB)

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The Nokia 8.1 (4GB RAM, 64GB) is a significantly better phone than the Nokia 7 Plus, and is also much better value for money. What should you buy? Go for the Nokia 8.1 (4GB RAM, 64GB)!

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	Nokia 7 Plus	Nokia 8.1 (4GB RAM, 64GB)

Buy Now	not available currently	Buy
Excellence Score	37.1	47.6
Value for Money Score	55.1	84.2
Price	₹ 25,999 onwards	₹ 14,999 onwards
Launch Date (India)	Apr, 2018	Dec, 2018
Expected Launch Date	N/A	N/A
Smartphone OS	Android 8.1 Oreo, Upgradeable to Android 10Expected update to next Android versionAndroid One series	Android 9.0 Pie, Upgradeable to Android 10Expected update to next Android versionAndroid One series
Touchscreen	Yes (Capacitive)	Yes (Capacitive)
Screen Size	6 inches	6.18 inches
Screen Resolution	1080x2160 pixels (~ 402 pixels per inch)	1080x2244 pixels (~ 403 pixels per inch)
Tall Aspect Ratio / Minimal Bezels	Yes	Yes
Scratch Resistant Display	Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass 3	Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass
Display Type	IPS LCD	IPS LCD
Display Features	IPS LCD, FullView Display	FullView Display, IPS LCD
Full Physical QWERTY Keypad
Processor	2.2 GHz	2.2 GHz
Processor Type	Octa Core	Octa Core
Processor Name	Qualcomm Snapdragon 660Ranked #35 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks	Qualcomm Snapdragon 710Ranked #32 in Mobile Processor Benchmarks
GPU	Adreno 512	Adreno 616
RAM	4 GB	4 GB
3G	Yes	Yes
4G	Yes	Yes
VoLTE	Yes	Yes
WiFi	Yes	Yes
VoWiFi/WiFi-Calling
GPS	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
Connecting Port	USB-C	USB-C
Primary Camera	13MP + 12MP	13MP + 12MP
Camera Auto-Focus	Yes	Yes
Camera Flash	Yes	Yes
HD Video Recording	Yes (4K)	Yes (4K)
Other Camera Features	12MP: F/1.75 Aperture; 1.4µm Pixel Size, 13MP: F/2.6 Aperture; 1.0µm Pixel Size, Electronic Image Stabilisations (EIS), Dual Pixel Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF), 2x Optical Zoom, Carl Zeiss optics, Geo-tagging, Touch focus, Face detection, Panorama, HDR	12MP: F/1.8 Aperture; 1/2.55" Sensor Size; 1.4µm Pixel Size; Dual Pixel PDAF; OIS, Zeiss Optics, Panorama, HDR
Secondary Camera	16.0MP	20MP
Secondary Camera Features	F/2.0 Aperture, 1.0µm Pixel Size, Carl Zeiss optics, Full HD Video Rec.	F/2.0 Aperture, 0.9µm Pixel Size
Internal Memory	64 GB	64 GB
Expandable Memory Slot	up to 256 GB	up to 400 GB
Contacts Storage	Unlimited	Unlimited
SMS Storage	Unlimited	Unlimited
Music Player	Yes	Yes
FM Radio	Yes	Yes
Dual SIM	GSM+GSM (Hybrid SIM slot)	GSM+GSM (Hybrid SIM slot)
Thickness	7.99 mmMedium	7.9 mmMedium
Weight	183 gmMedium	180 gmMedium
Width	75.6 mmOk for one-handed use	75.8 mmOk for one-handed use
Audio Output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
Water Resistant
Battery Capacity	3800 mAh	3500 mAh
Battery Standby	N/A	N/A
Battery Standby (3G)	723 hrs	N/A
Battery Talktime	N/A	N/A
Battery Talktime (3G)	19.00 hrs	N/A
Fast Charging Support	Yes	Yes
Included Fast Charger	Yes, 12.5W Fast Charger	Yes
Other Battery Parameters	Music Playback Time: Up to 126 hrs	N/A
Fingerprint sensor	Yes	Yes
Other Features	NFC; Noise Filtration; Nokia OZO audio	NFC; Noise Filtration
2-minute Review [Positives]	Excellent build quality with a well-constructed metal (6000 series aluminium) unibody design - the phone definitely feels like it is built to last, and it looks great too In order to make the Nokia 7 Plus look distinct, the company has also opted for some nice looking copper accents for the midframe, camera surround, fingerprint scanner, and its logo at the back With an 18:9 display, the new 7 Plus is the first Nokia-branded smartphone to follow the 'minimal bezel' trend - the 6-inch IPS display is immersive, has good viewing angles and gets bright enough to be visible outdoors The phone is also enrolled into Google’s Android One programme which means is that the phone comes with stock Android and no bloatware - with no significant customisations on the Nokia 7 Plus, the UI is snappy and easy to use - and it will also get guaranteed Android updates for a minimum of 2 years It also comes with Project Treble supported, which should ensure faster updates There are a few useful gesture shortcuts added, like the ability to double-click the power button to launch the camera, use the fingerprint scanner to pull down the notification shade, and lift to wake phone, among others - you also have the option to double-tap the display to wake the device up The performance is great too with a a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor - it beats the likes of Moto X4, and Oppo F7 in benchmarks - the Nokia 7 Plus can handle your daily grind and deliver a smooth user experience without breaking into a sweat - heavy apps and games are handled well too, and there is no heating up Good set of dual rear cameras - the phone is quick to focus and gets the exposure right most of the time - colour reproduction was quite good and most images appeared crisp - the telephoto lens offers a quick 2x optical zoom which comes in handy when you want to capture distant objects - and if you like taking portraits, you will enjoy the bokeh mode The selfie camera is good too and captures detail quite well even when indoors Video recording is decent too There are also three microphones on board along with Nokia’s OZO Audio technology which lets you capture surround audio while recording video Very good battery life - the phone will last you well over a day before needing to be plugged in, with moderate use - the phone manages to get the right balance of performance and efficiency - the processor is powerful, yet frugal enough Fast charging support - the bundled charger is capable of filling it up to 100 percent in two hours On the whole, Nokia seems to have a winner on its hands - the phone scores well all round, in design, performance and battery life - it’s beautiful, reliable and everything you’d expect from a Nokia phone - and it will give some tough competition to other phones in this price bracket	In recent times, HMD has launched some exquisite smartphones this year that all exude style and class - the Nokia 8.1 is no different - it's an elegantly designed device that comes with a glass and metal design - the front and back of the Nokia 8.1 get 2.5D Gorilla Glass protection - and the glass subtly curves on the edges and seamlessly blends into the aluminium frame The frame itself is a solid Series 6000 aluminium with diamond cut, chiseled edges Overall, the Nokia 8.1 is built like a tank - and the material quality as well as the fit and finish are excellent - every part of it feels completely solid, right down to the thick metal SIM tray and the power and volume buttons - the body doesn't twist or flex even slightly Excellent, vivid, sharp, tall display with HDR10-support - which means you can stream HDR content on supported platforms like Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube - and you will get some pretty amazing colour reproduction Being an Android One device, you get simple, clean stock Android similar to Pixel devices, along with a promise for Android updates for at least 2 years - there is also basically zero bloatware Slick, butter smooth performance with the new Snapdragon 710, that's just a notch below the Snapdragon 800 series flagships - in real-life use, you will only be able to notice any difference from flagships in the most high-end games Very good dual camera setup on the rear - take some very good images, especially in daylight conditions - you will get very good detail and vibrant colours - the camera is also quick to lock focus and fun to use - live Bokeh shots too come out looking great Videos are crisp and sharp too, again especially so in daylight - and optical image stabilisation definitely makes a difference The front camera is pretty good too, in all sort of lighting conditions, and has a good portrait mode as well Overall, the camera experience on the Nokia 8.1 is right up there with the very best in this price bracket Good speaker - sound through the single mono speaker is very loud, and is not too harsh or tinny Good battery life with a 3500mAh battery - you will comfortably get a day of use and more Fast charging support The Nokia 8.1 is undoubtedly a strong new choice in the mid-range - it does not rely on gimmicks or fads to try and woo you - at its core, this is a phone that focuses on the essentials and delivers a great camera, good performance, excellent battery life and an absolutely clean build of Android with a promise of long-term support - for people who are looking for an uncluttered software experience and fast updates, the Nokia 8.1 will be an excellent, reliable choice
2-minute Review [Negatives]	No notification LED, The fingerprint scanner is positioned slightly too high on the back side A bit on the heavy side While the camera does pretty well with low light photos (better than the competition), you will have to have patience and a steady hand - the phone drops the shutter speed to capture more light which means a little movement leads to blurry shots	The display notch is quite wide Low light performance from the rear cameras, for both stills and videos, is decent, but could have been a little bit better
Expert Reviews	One of those quietly good all-rounders that don't get us all hyped-up and excited, but are the ones we recommend to a friend as the sensible option in-depth Read Review » If you are looking for an unpretentious metal handset with good battery life, the Nokia 7 Plus is currently one of your best bets in-depth Read Review » In the Nokia 7 Plus, HMD Global has a really great smartphone at a price where there’s not a lot of competition, and the phone doesn’t fail to impress in-depth Read Review » HMD Global has managed to get quite a few things right with the 7 Plus. It is up-to-date with an 18:9 display and feels like it is built to last. in-depth Read Review » The Nokia 7 Plus is the true comeback device for HMD Global. With a beautiful, but tough design, univisium display and pure stock Android, Nokia has a winner in its hands. in-depth Read Review » The perfect mid-range smartphone in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review » hands-on Read Review »	Solid mid-range device in-depth Read Review » There is a lot to like about the Nokia 8.1, but most of the things that give it its appeal can also be found in phones that cost much less in-depth Read Review » This is a phone that focusses on the essentials...offers tremendous value-for-money in-depth Read Review » Gets almost everything right...In case you prefer brand trust and software over the latest tech and powerful hardware, then the Nokia 8.1 is the kind of device you would like in your pocket in-depth Read Review » A true Android flagship killer... Nokia is ending the year on a bang in-depth Read Review » A marvellous mid-range smartphone in-depth Read Review » A great phone that nails the fundamentals in-depth Read Review » As close to a flagship phone as it gets...And to top it off, HMD has priced the Nokia 8.1 at an incredibly competitive price in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » in-depth Read Review » hands-on Read Review »
User Reviews	4.4 207+ reviews » 4.0 1,857+ reviews »	4.4 1,258+ reviews » 4.0 2,179+ reviews »
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