Nokia 2.3 vs Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7)
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Nokia 2.3
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Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7)
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Nokia 2.3
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7)
Lighter body
Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7)
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.2 | 6.18 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1520 | 2280 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 1080 |
| PPI | 271 | 408 |
| Glass Type | — | NEG |
| Screen-to-body | 80.7 | 81.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz 360 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 360 Silver) |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Adreno 616 |
| Chipset Name | Helio A22 | Snapdragon 710 |
| Process (nm) | 12 | 10 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 9.0 | 9.0 |
Memory
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Variants | 32GB 2GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Zeiss optics, dual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| Depth | 2 MP, (depth) | — |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 13 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Video | — | 1080p@30fps |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.4 | 20 MP, f/2, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 | 3500 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | — | 18 |
Body
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front, glass back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 157.7 | 154.8 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.7 | 8 |
| Weight (g) | 183 | 180 |
| Width (mm) | 75.4 | 75.8 |
Launch
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, December 05. Released 2019, December 19 | 2018, October 16. Released 2018, December 05 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 - Global | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 - TA-1119 (Global), TA-1131 (China) |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Global | 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - TA-1119 (Global) |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, CDMA, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB Type | — | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Nokia 2.3 | Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Nokia 2.3 and Nokia 8.1 (Nokia X7) are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Nokia 2.3 packs a 4000 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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