Nokia 8 (64GB) vs Samsung Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB)
Side by side comparison between Nokia 8 vs Samsung Galaxy A02 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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5.3"
IPS
IPS
1440x2560
13
MP
MP
13mp
4GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
3090
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
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6.5"
PLS
PLS
720x1600
13
MP
MP
5mp
3GB
RAM
RAM
Quad-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? Nokia 8 (64GB)
The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!
13 Common items in both devices |
64GB (50GB available) |
Only digital zoom |
PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras / Autofocus |
HDR photo on both cameras |
4G LTE-A / 4G LTE |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
+6 specs and more in the table below |
Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.
Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Model | Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) |
Other model names | Nokia 8 (4GB RAM) | Galaxy A02 SM-A022M Single-SIM (64GB + 3GB RAM) |
Country or region available | (Global, International) | (Latin America), Argentina |
Brand | Nokia | Samsung |
Release date | 9/1/2017 | 1/27/2021 |
Depth | 7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches) | 9.1 millimeters (0.36 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 73.7 x 151.5 millimeters (2.9 x 5.96 in) | 75.9 x 164 millimeters (2.99 x 6.46 in) |
Weight | 160 grams (5.6 ounces) | 206 grams (7.21 ounces) |
Build, materials | Aluminum body, glass front | Plastic body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | IP54 certified: protection against dust and splashing | Not supported |
📲 Display | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Display type | TFT IPS LCD | TFT PLS |
Screen size | 5.3" inches | 6.5" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~69.4% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~81.9% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1440x2560 pixels | 720x1600 pixels (20:9) |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 554 PPI | 270 PPI |
Colors | feature not registered | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | Not supported |
Refresh rate | feature not registered | 60Hz |
Display features | feature not registered | Not supported |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
System version | Android 7.1.1 Nougat | Android 10 |
Firmware update | Android 9.0 Pie | feature not registered |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (MSM8998) (10nm) | 64bit: MediaTek MT6739 (28nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.45GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core) 4x 1.9GHz Kryo 280 (Quad-core) | Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 540 (670-710MHz) | PowerVR GE8100 MP1 (570MHz) |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
RAM memory | 4GB LPDDR4X | 3GB LPDDR3 |
Internal storage | 64GB (50GB available) UFS 2.1 | 64GB (50GB available) eMMC 5.1 |
External storage | Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot) | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Dual-SIM | Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot) | Not supported |
SIM card | 2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 450/50 Mbps | 150/50 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 2G network | CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | CDMA2000 EV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat9 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41) | LTE Cat4 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28, 66) VoLTE |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE |
Secondary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | GPRS, EDGE | Not supported |
📷 Camera | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | (dual camera) 13 megapixels 13MP mono f/2.01.12µmPDAFLaserAF | (dual camera) 13 megapixels 2MP macro f/2.4 |
Main camera resolution | 4128x3096 pixels | 4128x3096 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | Dual-LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | f/1.9 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.12µm pixel | feature not registered |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus on both cameras | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | HDR photo on both cameras |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 13 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 4128x3096 pixels | 2560x1920 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.0 (aperture) | f/2.0 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 1.12µm pixel | feature not registered |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | Not supported |
Radio | FM | FM |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263 | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV |
Audio formats | MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
USB | USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connector | MicroUSB 2.0 |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | Not supported | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 5.1 + A2DP/LE |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Not supported | Not supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS |
NFC | Supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Heart rate Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Face unlock Virtual proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 3090 mAh | 5000 mAh |
Charger, watts | 18W Wired fast charging | 10W Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | feature not registered | Not supported |
Talk time autonomy | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
➕ Other features | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Blue, Polished Blue, Steel, Polished Copper • 2.5D glass screen • Carl Zeiss camera optics • Quick Charge 3.0 • Nokia OZO audio • 24-bit/192kHz audio • ANT+ support | • Colors: Black, Blue, Red • One UI 2.0 • Mono sound (not stereo) |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Nokia 8 (64GB) | Galaxy A02 (SM-A022M 64GB) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | feature not registered | 0.53W/kg (head), 0.74W/kg (body) |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | feature not registered | feature not registered |