Nokia 4.2 vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $169 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 18/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
- Lighter: 161g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $599
- Better portability (78/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 66 points higher (84/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 15 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 161 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Nokia 4.2 by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Nokia 4.2 was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (73/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (83/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 66 points (84/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.