Nokia G42 vs Nubia Neo 2

The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Nubia Neo 2 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T820; estimated prices are $150 and $221. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nubia Neo 2 leads — 48/100 vs 39/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Neo 2 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Nubia Neo 2 is faster in AnTuTu (757,199 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 208g).

The Nubia Neo 2 edges out the Nokia G42 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money 54
Nubia Neo 2
Performance 50
Display 66
Camera 32
Battery 53
Portability 49
Value for money 54
What makes Nokia G42 better?
  • Lighter: 193g vs 208g
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $221

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Nubia Neo 2 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 757199 vs 477542
  • Better Geekbench Single: 885 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2392 vs 1816
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 20W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (50/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (66/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Nubia Neo 2, the Nubia Neo 2 scores 9 points higher (48/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 2 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.

Nokia G42: The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nubia Neo 2: The Nubia Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G42 Nubia Neo 2
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G Unisoc T820
AnTuTu 477542 757199
Geekbench Single 746 885
Geekbench Multi 1816 2392
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 20W 33W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 560 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm 166.0×76.1×8.5 mm
Weight 193 g 208 g
Price $150 $221
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Nubia Neo 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G42
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Nubia Neo 2
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia G42 and Nubia Neo 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia G42 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
39/100
477542 AnTuTu
Nubia Neo 2 Unisoc T820
48/100 +36.9%
757199 AnTuTu

Nubia Neo 2 leads Nokia G42 by 36.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia G42
$150
Nubia Neo 2
$221

Price difference: $71. Nokia G42 is cheaper by $71.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (50/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nubia Neo 2 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nubia Neo 2 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nubia Neo 2 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 54/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nubia Neo 2 edges out the Nokia G42 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Nubia Neo 2 — 48/100.

Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nubia Neo 2 leads on performance (50/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Nubia Neo 2?

The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nubia Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.