Nokia G42 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $150 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 39/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 225g).
Nokia G42
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 193g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $999
- Better portability (57/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 1816
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better value for money (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 46 points higher (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (82/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $150 | $999 |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nokia G42 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Nokia G42 by 84.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $849. Nokia G42 is cheaper by $849.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (90/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (57/100 vs 29/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (82/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 by 46 points (85/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.