Nokia G42 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Nokia G42 (2023) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 25/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP.
Nokia G42
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 12 points higher (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (81/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | — | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | — | |
| Price | $150 | — |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (81/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (58/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is noticeably better than the Nokia G42 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.