Nokia X30 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 45/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 592,015); the Nokia X30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 35 points higher (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X30 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Nokia X30 by 81.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia X30
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (92/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (88/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (56/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 by 35 points (80/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.