Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Nokia G42 5G
The Verdict
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL and Nokia G42 5G sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The Nokia G42 5G is the cheaper of the two at $249 versus $1,099, a difference of about $850. The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Google Pixel 10 Pro XL stands out for largest pixel ever at 6.8 inches, while Nokia G42 5G is praised for three years of os updates and three years of security patches. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL if…
- →Largest Pixel ever at 6.8 inches
- →5200 mAh battery for all-day use
- →Same pro camera system as Pixel 10 Pro
Buy the Nokia G42 5G if…
- →Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- →Repairability-focused design with easily replaceable parts
- →100% recycled plastic back for environmental sustainability
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL
Pros
- Largest Pixel ever at 6.8 inches
- 5200 mAh battery for all-day use
- Same pro camera system as Pixel 10 Pro
- 16GB RAM with up to 1TB
Cons
- 221g is heavy for a Pixel
- 37W charging is slow for this price
- $1099 starting price
Nokia G42 5G
Pros
- Three years of OS updates and three years of security patches
- Repairability-focused design with easily replaceable parts
- 100% recycled plastic back for environmental sustainability
- 5G connectivity at a budget $249 price
- 5000 mAh battery provides multi-day endurance
Cons
- HD+ resolution is pixelated on the 6.56-inch screen
- Snapdragon 480+ is underpowered for demanding tasks
- 2 MP macro and depth cameras are useless
- Only 20W charging is very slow for the 5000 mAh battery
- 8 MP front camera produces soft selfies
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 10 Pro XL | Nokia G42 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 16 | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 221 g | 193 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | 100% recycled plastic back, repairable design |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP52 |
| Dimensions | 163 x 77 x 8.8 mm | 164.6 x 75.8 x 8.5 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF |
| Front camera | 42 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Telephoto | 48 MP, f/2.8, 5x optical zoom | — |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP, f/1.7 | — |
| Depth | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB / 6 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 37W wired | 20W wired |
| Wireless charging | 23W wireless | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.8 inches | 6.56 inches |
| Type | LTPO OLED | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1344 x 2992 | 1612 x 720 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 450 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x1.9 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.1 |
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