Nokia G42 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $150 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 214g).
Nokia G42
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1816
- Faster charging: 60W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (51/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (58/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $150 | $1299 |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Nokia G42 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Nokia G42 by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1149. Nokia G42 is cheaper by $1149.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (51/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (58/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.