Nokia 4.2 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $169 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 18/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 215g).
Nokia 4.2
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Lighter: 161g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $1999
- Better portability (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 54 points higher (72/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (52/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 161 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $1999 |
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Nokia 4.2 by 95.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1830. Nokia 4.2 was $1830 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (98/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (79/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (52/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 54 points (72/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.