Nokia C22 vs Samsung Galaxy A04s: The Ultimate Budget Battle

Looking for an affordable smartphone that doesn't completely break the bank? The Nokia C22 and Samsung Galaxy A04s are both contenders in the budget phone arena. But which one offers the best value for your money? Let's dive into a detailed comparison.

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy A04s emerges as the clear winner, offering a significantly better chipset, brighter display, and faster charging. While the Nokia C22 boasts a repairable design, the A04s provides a more well-rounded and enjoyable user experience overall.

PHONES
Phone Names	Nokia C22	Samsung Galaxy A04s

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands	LTE	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA, LTE
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE

Launch
Announced	2023, February 25	2022, August 31
Status	Available. Released 2023, February 25	Available. Released 2022, September 22

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	164.6 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm (6.48 x 2.99 x 0.34 in)	164.7 x 76.7 x 9.1 mm (6.48 x 3.02 x 0.36 in)
SIM	· Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	190 g (6.70 oz)	195 g (6.88 oz)
	Splash and dust resistant	-

Display
Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	-
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
Size	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~81.6% screen-to-body ratio)	6.5 inches, 102.0 cm2 (~80.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD	PLS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)	Exynos 850 (8 nm)
GPU	IMG8322	Mali-G52
OS	Android 13 (Go edition)	Android 12, upgradable to Android 14, One UI 6.1

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	64GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM	32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 3GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
Dual	13 MP, (wide), AF 2 MP (macro)	-
Features	LED flash, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	8 MP	-
Triple	-	50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Single	8 MP	5 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Video	Yes	720p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

Comms
Bluetooth	5.2, A2DP	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	Yes (market/region dependent)
Positioning	GPS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Radio	FM radio	No
USB	USB Type-C 2.0	USB Type-C 2.0
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer
	-	Virtual Proximity Sensing

Battery
Charging	10W wired	15W wired
Type	Li-Po 5000 mAh	Li-Po 5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Sand, Midnight Black	Black, Green, White, Copper
Models	-	SM-A047F, SM-A047F/DS, SM-A047F/DSN, SM-A047M
Price	About 90 EUR	€ 133.89
SAR EU	-	0.52 W/kg (head) 1.23 W/kg (body)

Tests
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 114h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: 1614:1
Loudspeaker	-	-30.3 LUFS (Below average)
Performance	-	AnTuTu: 145123(v9) GeekBench: 1100 (v5.1) GFXBench: 11fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Nokia C22

Repairable design
Simple and straightforward Android experience
Durable build quality (typical of Nokia)

Underpowered chipset
Lower display brightness
Slower charging
Likely lower camera quality

Samsung Galaxy A04s

Better performance (Exynos 850)
Brighter display
Faster charging (15W)
Likely better camera system
More features

Less repairable than the C22
Samsung's One UI can be resource-intensive

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A04s takes the display crown with its higher measured brightness (389 nits) compared to the C22's likely lower brightness. Both offer a 1614:1 contrast ratio, suggesting decent blacks, but the A04s' brightness will make it more usable outdoors. The A04s likely has a slightly larger display as well.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer 'Photo/Video' capabilities, the Galaxy A04s is expected to have a more capable camera system. The A04s likely includes a higher resolution main sensor and potentially additional lenses (ultrawide, macro) that the C22 lacks. Image quality and video recording will be superior on the A04s.

Performance

The Exynos 850 in the Galaxy A04s is a substantial upgrade over the Unisoc SC9863A in the Nokia C22. The A04s' chipset is built on a more efficient 8nm process, offering noticeably better performance for multitasking, gaming, and general app usage. The C22 will feel sluggish in comparison.

Battery Life

Both phones boast impressive endurance ratings (114h for the A04s). However, the A04s benefits from 15W charging, which is faster than the C22's 10W charging. This means quicker top-ups when needed.

Buying Guide

The Nokia C22 is ideal for users prioritizing durability and a simple, straightforward experience, especially those who value a repairable design. The Samsung Galaxy A04s is a better choice for those seeking better performance, a brighter display, and a more capable camera system, even within a budget.