Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Nokia X30
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia X30 leads — 45/100 vs 40/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia X30 has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 4a 5G is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 592,015); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 185g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Nokia X30
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 592015
- Lighter: 168g vs 185g
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4200 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (29/100 vs 19/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Nokia X30, the Nokia X30 scores 5 points higher (45/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 leads (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia X30 leads (29/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia X30 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (29/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Nokia X30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 2101 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Nokia X30, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 4a 5G leads Nokia X30 by 1.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia X30 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (37/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (29/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia X30?
The Nokia X30 edges out the Google Pixel 4a 5G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nokia X30?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nokia X30 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia X30?
The Nokia X30 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Nokia X30?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Nokia X30 (37/100 vs 17/100).