Nokia 4.2 vs Realme GT 8
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $169 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 18/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Realme GT 8
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
- Lighter: 161g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $350
- Better portability (78/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 62 points higher (80/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (91/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 161 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Nokia 4.2 by 93.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $181. Nokia 4.2 was $181 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (91/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (78/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 62 points (80/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Realme GT 8?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.