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).

Both devices scored the same rating of 39/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money
Vivo V20 SE
Performance 24
Display 84
Camera 39
Battery 27
Portability 78
Value for money
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).

Nokia G42: The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo V20 SE: The Vivo V20 SE is a better fit for everyday use.
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/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Vivo V20 SE
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
39
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G42
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Vivo V20 SE
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
84
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo V20 SE
  • 4100 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
27
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia G42 and Vivo V20 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia G42 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
39/100
477542 AnTuTu
Vivo V20 SE Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
39/100 -44.9%
329457 AnTuTu

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.

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?

The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo V20 SE is a better fit for everyday use.