Nokia G42 vs Realme C100x
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Realme C100x (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C100x leads — 42/100 vs 39/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Nokia G42
Realme C100x
- Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1816 vs 1800
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Higher performance (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Realme C100x, the Realme C100x scores 3 points higher (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Realme C100x is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (57/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Realme C100x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $175 |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Nokia G42
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C100x is a bit better (55/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Realme C100x (57/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Realme C100x?
The Realme C100x edges out the Nokia G42 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Realme C100x?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Realme C100x — 42/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Realme C100x?
The Nokia G42 leads on performance (41/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Realme C100x?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C100x is a better fit for those who care about battery life.