Nokia G42 vs Realme 15x
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 15x leads — 51/100 vs 39/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme 15x is faster in AnTuTu (528,398 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't; the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Realme 15x
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 212g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 528398 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (65/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Realme 15x, the Realme 15x scores 12 points higher (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 15x and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Realme 15x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 60W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | — | $250 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Realme 15x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme 15x leads Nokia G42 by 9.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia G42
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme 15x and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (65/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 15x is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x is noticeably better than the Nokia G42 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Realme 15x?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme 15x — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x is a better fit for those who care about battery life.