Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Nokia G42
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 4a 5G leads — 40/100 vs 39/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 4a 5G is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 477,542); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 193g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Nokia G42
- Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 799 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1836 vs 1816
- Lighter: 168g vs 193g
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 41/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 57/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 20W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Better camera (30/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 19/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Nokia G42, the Google Pixel 4a 5G scores 1 points higher (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 leads (30/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 leads (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (30/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (76/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Nokia G42 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 1816 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 560 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 4a 5G leads Nokia G42 by 25.2% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (30/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (43/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (76/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G edges out the Nokia G42 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nokia G42 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia G42?
The Nokia G42 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Nokia G42?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.