Motorola Moto E14 vs Nokia G42

The Motorola Moto E14 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G; estimated prices are $79 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G42 leads — 39/100 vs 30/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia G42 is faster in AnTuTu (477,542 vs 330,006); the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Motorola Moto E14 doesn't; the Motorola Moto E14 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 193g).

The Nokia G42 edges out the Motorola Moto E14 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto E14
Performance 27
Display 44
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 72
Value for money 44
Nokia G42
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money 54
What makes Motorola Moto E14 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 193g
  • Cheaper: $79 vs $150

  • Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Nokia G42 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 477542 vs 330006
  • Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 378
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1816 vs 1335
  • Faster charging: 20W vs 15W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (41/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better value for money (54/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto E14 vs the Nokia G42, the Nokia G42 scores 9 points higher (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 leads (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100. In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto E14 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto E14 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

Motorola Moto E14: The Motorola Moto E14 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia G42: The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto E14 Nokia G42
Processor Unisoc T606 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
AnTuTu 330006 477542
Geekbench Single 378 746
Geekbench Multi 1335 1816
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 15W 20W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 4GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 (Go edition) Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
Brightness (peak) 560 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 163.5×74.5×8.0 mm 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 178 g 193 g
Price $79 $150
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto E14
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Nokia G42
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto E14
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Nokia G42
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto E14
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Nokia G42
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto E14 and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto E14 Unisoc T606
30/100
330006 AnTuTu
Nokia G42 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
39/100 +30.9%
477542 AnTuTu

Nokia G42 leads Motorola Moto E14 by 30.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto E14
$79
Nokia G42
$150

Price difference: $71. Motorola Moto E14 is cheaper by $71.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto E14 (30/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto E14 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (72/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto E14 or the Nokia G42?

The Nokia G42 edges out the Motorola Moto E14 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto E14 and the Nokia G42?

The Motorola Moto E14 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Nokia G42 — 39/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto E14 or the Nokia G42?

The Nokia G42 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto E14 or the Nokia G42?

The Nokia G42 leads on performance (41/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto E14 over the Nokia G42?

The Motorola Moto E14 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.