Nokia G42 vs Vivo V20 SE
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Vivo V20 SE (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665. Both devices score the same overall rating of 39/100. Key differences: the Nokia G42 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Nokia G42 is faster in AnTuTu (477,542 vs 329,457); the Vivo V20 SE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Vivo V20 SE
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 477542 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1816 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (41/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Vivo V20 SE better?
- Faster charging: 33W vs 20W
- Lighter: 171g vs 193g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nokia G42 and the Vivo V20 SE received the same MobileRank rating — 39/100. In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 leads (41/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 leads (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (41/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V20 SE significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V20 SE is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (43/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V20 SE notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Vivo V20 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 10, Funtouch 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 161.0×74.1×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo V20 SE
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo V20 SE
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V20 SE
- 4100 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Vivo V20 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia G42 leads Vivo V20 SE by 44.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (41/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo V20 SE significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V20 SE is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (43/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V20 SE notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (78/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo V20 SE?
Both devices scored 39/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Nokia G42 (41/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Vivo V20 SE?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo V20 SE — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo V20 SE?
The Vivo V20 SE leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo V20 SE?
The Nokia G42 leads on performance (41/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Vivo V20 SE?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Vivo V20 SE (84/100 vs 44/100).