Nokia G310 vs Samsung Galaxy A50

The Nokia G310 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 (2019) runs on the Exynos 9610. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G310 leads — 39/100 vs 31/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G310 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 25 MP; the Nokia G310 is faster in AnTuTu (477,542 vs 352,871); the Samsung Galaxy A50 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia G310 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A50 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 195g).

The Nokia G310 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A50 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G310
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 56
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy A50
Performance 25
Display 51
Camera 22
Battery 25
Portability 83
Value for money 2
What makes Nokia G310 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 477542 vs 352871
  • Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 370
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1816 vs 1021
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 25MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (41/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better camera (30/100 vs 22/100)
  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A50 better?
  • Lighter: 166g vs 195g

  • Better display (51/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better portability (83/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G310 vs the Samsung Galaxy A50, the Nokia G310 scores 8 points higher (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G310 leads (41/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G310 leads (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G310 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (41/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G310 is a bit better (30/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G310 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 notably outperforms the Nokia G310 (83/100 vs 56/100).

Nokia G310: The Nokia G310 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A50: The Samsung Galaxy A50 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G310 Samsung Galaxy A50
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G Exynos 9610
AnTuTu 477542 352871
Geekbench Single 746 370
Geekbench Multi 1816 1021
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 20W
Main camera 50 MP 25 MP
Front camera 8 MP 25 MP
RAM 4GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13
NFC no yes
Dimensions 165.1×75.7×8.6 mm 158.5×74.7×7.7 mm
Weight 195 g 166 g
Launch price $350
Camera comparison
Nokia G310
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy A50
  • Main: 25MP
  • Front: 25MP
22
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G310
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Samsung Galaxy A50
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G310
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Samsung Galaxy A50
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
25
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia G310 and Samsung Galaxy A50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia G310 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
39/100
477542 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A50 Exynos 9610
31/100 -35.3%
352871 AnTuTu

Nokia G310 leads Samsung Galaxy A50 by 35.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G310
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy A50
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia G310 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (41/100 vs 25/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia G310 is a bit better (30/100 vs 22/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia G310 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (43/100 vs 25/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 notably outperforms the Nokia G310 (83/100 vs 56/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G310 or the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia G310 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A50 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia G310 and the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia G310 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy A50 — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia G310 or the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia G310 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 22/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia G310 or the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia G310 leads on performance (41/100 vs 25/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G310 over the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia G310 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A50 is a better fit for everyday use.