Nokia 4.2 vs Tecno Pop 5X

The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. Both devices score the same overall rating of 9/100. Key differences: the Tecno Pop 5X has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Nokia 4.2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't.

Both devices scored the same rating of 9/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 98
Value for money 98
Tecno Pop 5X
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 100
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP

  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
  • Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3000 mAh
  • Lighter: 150g vs 161g

  • Longer battery life (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 98/100)
Comparison verdict

The Nokia 4.2 and the Tecno Pop 5X received the same MobileRank rating — 9/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 5X leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 5X is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X and the Nokia 4.2 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (98/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia 4.2: The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 5X: The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 4.2 Tecno Pop 5X
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 Unisoc
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1520x720 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 5W
Main camera 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 2GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB
OS Android 9 Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS
NFC yes no
Dimensions 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 161 g 150 g
Price $169
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Tecno Pop 5X
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1520x720
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
  • 3000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Tecno Pop 5X
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 4.2
$169
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop 5X is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X and the Nokia 4.2 are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Tecno Pop 5X?

Both devices scored 9/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Tecno Pop 5X.

What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.

Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Tecno Pop 5X?

The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.