Nokia 4.2 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $169 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 18/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 180g).
Nokia 4.2
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Lighter: 161g vs 180g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $1099
- Overall rating 18/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 48 points higher (66/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (37/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (80/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (37/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Nokia 4.2 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 11051 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 161 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $1099 |
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Nokia 4.2 by 93.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $930. Nokia 4.2 was $930 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (94/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (80/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (37/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Nokia 4.2 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 48 points (66/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.