Nokia G42 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Lighter: 193g vs 215g
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 1816
- Faster charging: 25W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (76/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Nokia G42 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G42
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (76/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 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 Z Fold7?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.