Google Pixel 11a vs Nokia G42
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 39/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 477,542).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Nokia G42
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (36/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Nokia G42, the Google Pixel 11a scores 26 points higher (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (83/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (82/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Nokia G42 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 1816 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 20W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 560 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | — | 193 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Nokia G42 by 304.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (83/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (82/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (36/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 11a significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 26 points (65/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Nokia G42 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on camera score (36/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users.