Nokia 4.2 vs Realme Neo7x
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Realme Neo7x (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4; launch prices were $169 and $190. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7x leads — 54/100 vs 18/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7x is faster in AnTuTu (975,254 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 194g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Realme Neo7x
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
- Lighter: 161g vs 194g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $190
- Better portability (78/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Realme Neo7x better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 975254 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 1087 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3148 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Realme Neo7x, the Realme Neo7x scores 36 points higher (54/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7x leads (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7x leads (32/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7x leads (56/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Realme Neo7x — 72/100; 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 Neo7x significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7x significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7x notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (32/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7x significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (56/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7x (78/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Realme Neo7x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 975254 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 1087 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 3148 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | 163.2×75.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 161 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $190 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo7x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo7x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo7x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Realme Neo7x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7x leads Nokia 4.2 by 80.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Nokia 4.2 was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7x significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (58/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7x significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (79/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7x notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (32/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7x significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (56/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7x (78/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme Neo7x?
The Realme Neo7x significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 36 points (54/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Realme Neo7x?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Realme Neo7x — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme Neo7x?
The Realme Neo7x leads on camera score (32/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Realme Neo7x?
The Realme Neo7x leads on performance (58/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Realme Neo7x?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is performance — better on the Realme Neo7x (58/100 vs 12/100).