Nokia X30 vs Samsung Galaxy A50

The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy A50 (2019) runs on the Exynos 9610. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia X30 leads — 23/100 vs 14/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia X30 has the bigger battery (4200 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 25 MP; the Nokia X30 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 352,871); the Samsung Galaxy A50 is noticeably lighter (166g vs 185g).

The Nokia X30 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A50 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 33
Battery 20
Design 68
Value for money 55
Samsung Galaxy A50
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 15
Battery 12
Design 92
Value for money 86
What makes Nokia X30 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 352871
  • Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 370
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1021
  • Bigger battery: 4200 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 25MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (33/100 vs 15/100)
  • Longer battery life (20/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A50 better?
  • Lighter: 166g vs 185g

  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Samsung Galaxy A50, the Nokia X30 scores 9 points higher (23/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 leads (33/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (33/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (20/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia X30: The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy A50: The Samsung Galaxy A50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia X30 Samsung Galaxy A50
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Exynos 9610
AnTuTu 592015 352871
Geekbench Single 905 370
Geekbench Multi 2003 1021
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 50 MP 25 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 25 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12
Brightness (peak) 700 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm 158.5×74.7×7.7 mm
Weight 185 g 166 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
33
camera
Samsung Galaxy A50
  • Main: 25MP
  • Front: 25MP
15
camera
Display comparison
Nokia X30
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Samsung Galaxy A50
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
20
battery
Samsung Galaxy A50
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia X30 and Samsung Galaxy A50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia X30 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
23/100
592015 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy A50 Exynos 9610
14/100 -67.8%
352871 AnTuTu

Nokia X30 leads Samsung Galaxy A50 by 67.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia X30
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy A50
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A50 (33/100 vs 15/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (20/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (92/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A50 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia X30 edges out the Samsung Galaxy A50 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Samsung Galaxy A50 — 14/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia X30 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 15/100).

Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Samsung Galaxy A50?

The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.