Nokia C31 vs Samsung Galaxy A50
The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 (2019) runs on the Exynos 9610. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A50 leads — 14/100 vs 10/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 25 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A50 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 200g).
Nokia C31
Samsung Galaxy A50
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4000 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better main camera: 25MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 166g vs 200g
- Better camera (15/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Samsung Galaxy A50, the Samsung Galaxy A50 scores 4 points higher (14/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 leads (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 leads (86/100 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, the Samsung Galaxy A50 notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C31 | Samsung Galaxy A50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Exynos 9610 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 352871 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 370 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1021 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 25 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 25 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.5×74.7×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 166 g | |
| Price | — | $350 |
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A50
- Main: 25MP
- Front: 25MP
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A50
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A50
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nokia C31
Price unknownperformance
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, the Samsung Galaxy A50 notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (15/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (37/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (92/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy A50?
The Samsung Galaxy A50 edges out the Nokia C31 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Samsung Galaxy A50?
The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A50 — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Samsung Galaxy A50?
The Samsung Galaxy A50 leads on camera score (15/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Samsung Galaxy A50?
The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.