Google Pixel 8 vs Nokia 4.2
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439; estimated prices are $699 and $169. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 9/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 8 has the bigger battery (4575 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 187g).
Google Pixel 8
Nokia 4.2
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 4575 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 27W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 161g vs 187g
- Cheaper: $169 vs $699
- Better design/ergonomics (98/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nokia 4.2, the Google Pixel 8 scores 41 points higher (50/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 leads (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (79/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Nokia 4.2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 193115 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 199 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 795 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 5.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1520x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 161 g | |
| Price | $699 | $169 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nokia 4.2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Nokia 4.2 by 647.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $530. Nokia 4.2 is cheaper by $530.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (79/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (31/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 41 points (50/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nokia 4.2 — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.