Nokia 8 Sirocco
$697
Overview
Nokia 8 Sirocco is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.5-inch OLED, Snapdragon 835 chipset, 12 main camera, and 3260 mAh battery.
Priced at $697, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Nokia 8 Sirocco
The display of Nokia 8 Sirocco measures 5.5 inches with OLED technology. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Nokia 8 Sirocco features 2 rear cameras: 12 main, 13MP ultrawide, 13MP telephoto. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Nokia 8 Sirocco has 3260mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10.0. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Nokia 8 Sirocco is powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1900 single-core and 6500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 207434.
The memory of Nokia 8 Sirocco offers 6GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Nokia 8 Sirocco includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Nokia 8 Sirocco weighs 180g with Stainless Steel frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP67. Dimensions measure 140.9 x 73 x 7.5 mm.
The software of Nokia 8 Sirocco runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One with Android One. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nokia 8 Sirocco
Nokia 8 Sirocco has a 12 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Nokia 8 Sirocco is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 835 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Nokia 8 Sirocco receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Nokia 8 Sirocco has IP67 water resistance for protection against splashes and brief submersion up to 1 meter for 30 minutes.
Nokia 8 Sirocco has a 3260mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Nokia 8 Sirocco at $697 is a premium mid-range device offering Snapdragon 835. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Nokia 8 Sirocco supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.0.
Nokia 8 Sirocco is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Nokia 8 Sirocco has a 5.5-inch OLED with 60Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Nokia 8 Sirocco delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
12
Chipset
Snapdragon 835
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $647.05 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 140.9 x 73 x 7.5 mm |
| Weight (g) | 180 |
| Build Materials | Back: Gorilla Glass |
| Frame | Stainless Steel |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic Vibration |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 534 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | 2D |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | Gorilla Glass 5 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 280 2.45 GHz + 4x Kryo 280 1.9 GHz, Octa-Core, 10 nm |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 540 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF |
| Modem | Snapdragon X16 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1900 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 6500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 207434 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 6GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.55" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung ISOCELL S5K2L7 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.4µm |
| Ultrawide | 13MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 13MP |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | Samsung |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | 24-bit/192kHz |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | ESS Sabre 9018C2M |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart Rate |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3260 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC4 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 10.0 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10, Android One |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Android One |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Permissions |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, cable, headset |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Nokia 8 Sirocco Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Nokia 8 Sirocco covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 835 chipset for smooth performance
- + Wireless charging support
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better