Nokia C22 vs Nokia G42

The Nokia C22 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G42 leads — 39/100 vs 30/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C22 doesn't.

The Nokia G42 edges out the Nokia C22 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C22
Performance
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 59
Value for money
Nokia G42
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money 54
What makes Nokia C22 better?
  • Lighter: 190g vs 193g

  • Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Nokia G42 better?
  • Faster charging: 20W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
  • Better display (44/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C22 vs the Nokia G42, the Nokia G42 scores 9 points higher (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Nokia C22 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Nokia C22 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).

Nokia C22: The Nokia C22 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia G42: The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C22 Nokia G42
Processor Unisoc Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
AnTuTu 477542
Geekbench Single 746
Geekbench Multi 1816
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 20W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13 (Go edition) Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
Brightness (peak) 560 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.6 mm 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 193 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Nokia C22
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Nokia G42
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C22
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Nokia G42
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C22
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Nokia G42
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C22
Price unknown
Nokia G42
$150
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (44/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Nokia C22 (30/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia C22 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C22 or the Nokia G42?

The Nokia G42 edges out the Nokia C22 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C22 and the Nokia G42?

The Nokia C22 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Nokia G42 — 39/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C22 or the Nokia G42?

The Nokia G42 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C22 over the Nokia G42?

The Nokia C22 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.