Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Nokia G42
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (2025) runs on the Google Tensor G5, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G; estimated prices are $1199 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads — 56/100 vs 25/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,617,706 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 232g).
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Nokia G42
- Higher AnTuTu: 1617706 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 2296 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6203 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 39W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 193g vs 232g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 10/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs the Nokia G42, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 31 points higher (56/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (33/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (58/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (100/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Nokia G42 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1617706 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2296 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6203 | 1816 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 39W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 163 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 560 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $150 |
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 39W
- Wireless: 25W
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads Nokia G42 by 238.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1049. Nokia G42 is cheaper by $1049.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (33/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (90/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (58/100 vs 10/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (100/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 31 points (56/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Nokia G42 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on camera score (90/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leads on performance (33/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL over the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.