Nokia 4.2 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $169 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 18/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 4.2
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Nokia 4.2 better?
- Lighter: 161g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $599
- Better portability (78/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 68 points higher (86/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (94/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (99/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (78/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 161 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Nokia 4.2 by 94.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Nokia 4.2 was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (94/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (99/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (78/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 68 points (86/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.