It’s time to check out the fight between two affordable handsets: Nokia 5 2018 vs Xiaomi Redmi Y2! Both of them arrive with nice storage and the latest Android Oreo system! Read on to find out the winner now!

Nokia 5 2018 vs Xiaomi Redmi Y2 showdown

Between the two, Nokia 5 2018 is the latest variant of the previous Nokia 5 handset launched in 2017. Meanwhile, Xiaomi Redmi Y2 is the upcoming device of the Chinese brand. Now, let’s begin with their displays! In details, Nokia 5 2018 specs include a 5.5-inch 2160 x 1080 IPS LCD full HD+ display. Besides, Xiaomi Redmi Y2 specs include a larger 5.99-inch screen with a resolution of 1440 x 720 pixels. Although the Y2 owns a bigger display, team Nokia still wins for higher resolution!

Under the hood, the Nokia handset takes power from the MediaTek Helio P18 octa-core processor. On the other hand, the Redmi Y2 gets power from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset. As for the storage, Nokia 5 2018 offers 2GB/3GB of RAM and 16GB/32GB ROM. Moreover, Redmi Y2 offers 2GB/ 3GB/ 4GB with 16GB/ 32GB/ 64GB of internal storage. As both handsets are expandable up to 256GB, the Xiaomi phone gains a point thanks to various storage options.

In term of the operating system, both Nokia 5 2018 vs Xiaomi Redmi Y2 arrive running on the latest Android 8.1 Oreo version. How about the photography system? Nokia 5 2018 camera has a 16MP lens on its back with Phase detection AF and a dual-tone flash. Besides, selfie camera has an 8MP sensor. In contrast, Xiaomi Redmi Y2 camera packs a dual 12MP + 5MP rear shooter and a 16MP selfie lens. Thanks to the better primary camera, team Xiaomi moves up to another point. Finally, the Nokia phone has a 2970mAh battery box and the Xiaomi phone draws a 3080mAh power pack. Clearly, team Xiaomi is taking the dominance in this battle!

Nokia 5 2018 vs Xiaomi Redmi Y2 release date and price

Between the two, Nokia 5 2018 release date falls in June 2018 while Xiaomi Redmi Y2 is going to hit the market in the upcoming months. Also, Xiaomi Redmi Y2 price is around $134 ~ Rs. 8,999. Meanwhile, Nokia 5 2018 price is $184 ~ Rs.12,499. With a lower price and nicer display as well as camera system, the Xiaomi seems to be a greater option between the two!