Nokia 4.2 vs Realme GT7
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $169 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 18/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Realme GT7
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
- Lighter: 161g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $420
- Better portability (78/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 59 points higher (77/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Realme GT7 — 80/100; 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 GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (61/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (78/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 7478 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB / 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 | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Nokia 4.2 by 92.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Nokia 4.2 was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (61/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (78/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 59 points (77/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Realme GT7?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.