Nokia 7 Plus vs. Redmi Note 5 Pro

The Nokia 7 Plus is a mid-range mobile phone runs on the latest version of Android operating system. The premium handset was released on 25 February 2018. It is well crafted from a single block of 6000 series aluminium. Nokia 7 plus mobile phone price in Australia is in between AU$500 to AU$650.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro mobile phone was also announced on February 2018. The device comes with 5.9-inch large IPS LCD display, Snapdragon 636 chipset, dual lens 12MP (f/2.2) plus 5MP primary camera, 20MP Selfie camera, 4000mAh large battery, 64GB storage, 6GB RAM, and Corning Gorilla Glass protection.

Design and Build

Both Nokia 7 Plus Australia and Redmi Note 5 pro featuring the same body dimensions and almost same weight. Although Nokia 7 plus device looks much premium and elegant due to front glass, and aluminum body (6000 series) with copper edges. Redmi Note 5 pro build quality is also very impeccable, made by glass on front and aluminum materials on back.

Display

There is no difference in terms of display size. The Nokia 7 Plus phone is 6-inch display whereas Redmi note 5 pro is 5.9-inch big. Both phones offer 1080 x 2160p full HD display and 18:9 aspect ratio. Nokia 7 plus also offers Corning Gorilla Glass 3, whereas Redmi Note 5 pro Corning Gorilla Glass version is unspecified.

Performance

When it comes to performance, the Nokia 7 plus smartphone is powered by much better Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor chip and Adreno 512 GPU than Note 5 pro’s Snapdragon 636 and Adreno 509 GPU. Read the full Nokia 7 plus review Australia, and get familiar with the performance in more detail.

Similarly, the Nokia 7 plus device runs on the latest Android 8.1 (Oreo) version. Redmi Note 5 pro, still running on the previous Nougat Android version.  On paper, there is no much difference in performance, but still Nokia 7 Plus has a slight edge.

Memory

The new Nokia 7 plus comes with only 64GB/4GB variant, whereas with Redmi Note 5 pro you will get two RAM variants. One with 4GB RAM and other with 6GB of extended RAM. So here, you will definitely getting more memory options with Redmi device.

Camera

Although both phones come with the dual camera set-up, but Nokia 7 plus comes with the better quality camera with Zeiss optics. It has a 12MP (f/1.8 aperture) + 13MP (f/2.6 aperture), dual pixel phase detection autofocus, 2x optical zoom, HDR, touch focus, dual-LED dual-tone flash. The cameras are well built and you can shoot well in any lighting conditions.

On the other side, Note 5 pro comes with 12MP (f/2.2 aperture) + 5MP (f/2.0 aperture), phase detection autofocus, and dual-LED flash to capture low light photos. Other camera features are almost identical to the Nokia phone.

In front-facing camera department, Redmi Note 5 pro is winning the race with 20MP massive lens and f/2.2 aperture than Nokia 7’s 16MP Selfie Cam with f/2.0 aperture.

Battery

Nokia 7 plus comes with 3800mAh (non-removable) Li-Ion battery, and Note 5 pro has a slightly bigger 4000mAh (non-removable) Li-Po battery. And hence, you will get enough juice from the phones. Fast battery charging is enabled in both of the devices.

Should you Buy Nokia 7 Plus? Check Out Nokia 7 Plus Pros and Cons

Of course, Nokia comes up with an extensive range of products in the Australian market but normally kept in high-priced mobile manufacturers. When it comes to Nokia 7 Plus in Australia, it’s a great combination of beauty and strength. The display is crisp, the overall design is exquisite, ample RAM and storage in a pull, and the Nokia 7 Plus seems to pack a mean punch – all for an astonishing price of AU$599.

So, should you get your hands on all-new Nokia 7 Plus? We weigh its pros and cons to help you buy with a right situation of mind.

Major Pros:

1: Solid Premium Build

• Nokia devices are quality-oriented and Nokia 7 Plus handles this element pretty well.
• The device is made of series 6000 aluminum ensuring a good build quality.
• On the back of the phone, there is a ceramic coating giving it a smooth finish.

2: Dual Camera

• Nowadays, a dual camera configuration is the signature of any smartphone and the Nokia 7 Plus is no different, gladly.
• The phone sports a 12MP and 12MP rear camera that lets you capture DSLR-like Bokeh effect as well as brings the advantage of 2x optical zoom.
• The Zeiss Optics sensor, on the contrary, promises an excellent optical performance. Whereas 16MP front-facing camera enables you to capture moments with your near and dear.

3: Display

• The Nokia 7 Plus boasts a gorgeous 6-inches LCD Full HD+ screen with an immersive 18:9 aspect ratio.
• The display is being protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3.
• Nokia 7 Plus’ display is crisp, bright and viewing angles are great.

4: Stunning Performance

• Nokia 7 Plus shines when it comes to the performance thanks to Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset.
• The Snapdragon 660 offers improved camera processing and promises a long lasting battery life.
• You will see a 4GB LPDDR4 RAM ensures phone runs smoothly without showing a single lag.

5: Latest Android with Timely Security Updates

• The Nokia 7 Plus runs on Android 8.1 Oreo operating system.
• Most importantly, Nokia 7 will receive timely security updates and two version of OS upgrades are guaranteed.

6: Long-lasting Battery

• The phone is backed by a 3800mAh non-removable long-lasting battery that keeps you online through two days of moderate use.
• Nokia has claimed that the Nokia 7 Plus is loaded with Fast Charge, while some of the reviewers have found out, it’s also capable of Quick Charge 3.0.

Major Cons:

1: Slightly Higher in Price

Without a doubt, it’s a sturdy phone loaded with awesome features, but Nokia 7 Plus Price in Australia are slightly higher.

2: No Dedicated Slot for microSD Card

Unfortunately, Nokia 7 Plus doesn’t feature a dedicated slot for a microSD card.

It shows that you cannot use secondary SIM card and a microSD card simultaneously.

3: Non-Removable Battery

Non-removable battery is one of the major drawbacks as if you found any problem with it, you won’t be able to change it yourself.

Other Cons

• The Phone lacks Barometer and Temperature Sensors.
• There are only two colors to choose from.
• The Nokia 7 Plus doesn’t have a water and dust resistant feature.
• Just like all other flagships, Nokia 1 doesn’t come with Java and Infrared.

Are you looking for more information regarding Nokia 7 Plus’ design, display, performance, and battery? You can have a look at Nokia 7 Plus Review in Australia here.