Nokia 8.1 vs Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)
Quick Comparison
Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Nokia 8.1. In terms of display resolution, Nokia 8.1 has better resolution of 2280 x 1080 than Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) which has resolution of 1612 x 720. Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Nokia 8.1
| Name | Nokia 8.1 | Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.18 in | 6.56 in |
| Internal Memory | 64 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 13 MP + 12 MP Dual | 50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple |
| Price | Rs. 21490 | Rs. 16495 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is December, 2018. The cost of Nokia 8.1 is Rs. 21490. The launch Date of the second phone is June 28, 2023. The cost of Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 16495.
Display comparison
Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has larger screen size of 6.56 inches in comparison to Nokia 8.1's 6.18 inch screen. Nokia 8.1 has IPS LCD Screen type where as Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has IPS Screen type. Nokia 8.1 has display density of 408 PPI & Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has only 269 PPI display density. Nokia 8.1 has 19:9 aspect ratio where as Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Nokia 8.1's lower 4 GB RAM. Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Nokia 8.1 (64 GB).
Camera comparison
Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 50 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera outshines Nokia 8.1's 13 MP + 12 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Nokia 8.1 will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 20 MP Front Camera in comparison to Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version v9.0 and the second one on 13 version.
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| Name | Nokia 8.1 | Nokia G42 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| General | ||
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | December, 2018 | June 28, 2023 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 75.8 x 154.8 x 8 mm | - |
| Weight | 180 g | |
| Colors | Meteor Grey, Lavender | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M colors Colors) | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes |
| Size | 6.18 inches, 1080 x 2280 pixels | 6.56 inches, 720 x 1612 pixels, 90 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 408 PPI | ~ 269 PPI |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Features | Brightness 450 nits (typ.), 400 nits (min.) 560 nits with brightness boost | |
| Notch | Yes, Large Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 400 GB | Yes, upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | |
| 5G Bands | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n28, n40, n41 (full), n66, n77, n78 | |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax-ready | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0 | Yes, v5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX Adaptive |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS Support | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Rear | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Proximity | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP52 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Extra Features | Android One Phone | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 12 MP + 13 MP with autofocus | 50 MP AF f/1.8 (Wide Angle) 2 MP (Macro) 2 MP (Depth Sensor) with autofocus |
| Features | Face detection, Geo tagging, Panorama, Touch to focus | Night mode, Dark Vision, Tripod mode, AI portrait, 50MP mode with HDR, Personalized |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 20 MP | 8 MP |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v9.0 (Pie), upgradable to v11 | Android v13 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ |
| CPU | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 470 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 470 Silver | 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460 |
| GPU | Adreno 616 | Adreno 619 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Supports | MMS, Instant Messaging | |
| Yes, with Push Email | Yes | |
| Music | MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC | Yes |
| Video | MP4, H.264 | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes, with FM Recording | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes | |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 3500 mAh, Li-ion Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, Fast Charging 2A/9V (18W) | Yes, 20W Fast Charging |