Nokia X30 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 592,015); the Nokia X30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 214g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (61/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3463142 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 10686 | |
| 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 | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 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 S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X30 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Nokia X30 by 82.9% 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (88/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (61/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia X30 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.