Nokia X30 vs Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia X30 leads — 45/100 vs 44/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4200); the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 592,015); the Nokia X30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1826
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Lighter: 185g vs 206g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (69/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M14 5G better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 905
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4200 mAh
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, the Nokia X30 scores 1 points higher (45/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (69/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (68/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $179 |
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X30 and Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads Nokia X30 by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia X30
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (69/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (52/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (68/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Nokia X30 edges out the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Nokia X30 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Nokia X30 (68/100 vs 40/100).