Nokia G42 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 477,542); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1816
- Faster charging: 25W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 193g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 leads (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (97/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Nokia G42 by 84.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G42
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (89/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (97/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.