Nokia G42 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 39/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,787,981 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Nokia G42
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2787981 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 1816
- Faster charging: 45W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 40 points higher (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 2787981 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nokia G42 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Nokia G42 by 82.9% in our overall performance rating.
Nokia G42
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In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (88/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 40 points (79/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.