Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Nokia 4.2
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439; estimated prices are $1099 and $169. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 53/100 vs 9/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5060 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,585,585 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 221g).
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Nokia 4.2
- Higher AnTuTu: 1585585 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 1900 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5200 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 5060 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 37W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 161g vs 221g
- Cheaper: $169 vs $1099
- Better design/ergonomics (98/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs the Nokia 4.2, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 44 points higher (53/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 leads (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Nokia 4.2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | |
| AnTuTu | 1585585 | 193115 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1900 | 199 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5200 | 795 | |
| Display | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | 5.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1520x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5060 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | 5W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 160 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 161 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $169 |
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and Nokia 4.2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads Nokia 4.2 by 721.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $930. Nokia 4.2 is cheaper by $930.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (26/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (88/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (46/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 23/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (98/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 44 points (53/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Nokia 4.2 — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL or the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on performance (26/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL over the Nokia 4.2?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.