Nokia G50 vs iPhone 13 Pro Max: A Clash of Titans
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The iPhone 13 Pro Max unequivocally wins this comparison. While the Nokia G50 offers affordability and 5G connectivity, the iPhone's superior performance, camera quality, display, and battery life make it the clear champion for users prioritizing a premium experience.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Nokia G50 | Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max |
| Network | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - EU, ROW, China | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - EU, ROW, China | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66 - A2643, A2644, A2645 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 38, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - EU, ROW, China | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2643, A2644 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2, 5, 7, 38, 41, 66, 71, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - NA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A2641 | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, September 22 | 2021, September 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, October 13 | Available. Released 2021, September 24 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | - | Glass front, glass back, stainless steel frame |
| Dimensions | 173.8 x 77.7 x 8.9 mm (6.84 x 3.06 x 0.35 in) | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.7 mm (6.33 x 3.07 x 0.30 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 220 g (7.76 oz) | 240 g (8.47 oz) |
| - | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Resolution | 720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~252 ppi density) | 1284 x 2778 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~458 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.82 inches, 114.2 cm2 (~84.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 109.8 cm2 (~87.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 450 nits (typ) | Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460) | Hexa-core (2x3.23 GHz Avalanche + 4x1.82 GHz Blizzard) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM4350 Snapdragon 480 5G (8 nm) | Apple A15 Bionic (5 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13 | iOS 15, upgradable to iOS 26.1 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC | No |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 512GB 6GB RAM, 1TB 6GB RAM |
| - | NVMe | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Single | 8 MP, (wide) | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Triple | 48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 5 MP, (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens | 12 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.9µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.8, 77mm (telephoto), PDAF, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/1.8, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF TOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, stereo sound rec. |
| Selfie camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, (wide) | 12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | Lightning, USB 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot |
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| - | Ultra Wideband (UWB) support | |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 18W wired | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) - requires iOS 17.2 update |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Ion 4352 mAh (16.75 Wh) |
| Misc | ||
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Midnight Sun, Ocean Blue | Graphite, Gold, Silver, Sierra Blue, Alpine Green |
| Models | TA-1358, TA-1390, TA-1370, TA-1367, TA-1361 | A2643, A2484, A2641, A2644, A2645, iphone14,3 |
| Price | About 180 EUR | € 423.38 / $ 394.86 / £ 355.00 |
| SAR | 0.79 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body) | 1.18 W/kg (head) 1.20 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 1.15 W/kg (head) 1.13 W/kg (body) | 0.99 W/kg (head) 0.98 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
|---|---|---|
| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 121h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -24.0 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 801691 (v9) GeekBench: 4706 (v5.1) GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Nokia G50
- Affordable
- 5G Connectivity
- Decent Battery Life
- Reliable Brand
- Underpowered Processor
- Mediocre Camera
- Average Display
- Slow Charging
Apple iPhone 13 Pro Max
- Exceptional Performance
- Stunning Camera System
- Vibrant Display
- Long Battery Life
- Fast Charging (wired & wireless)
- Premium Build Quality
- Expensive
- Limited Customization
- No Expandable Storage
Display Comparison
The iPhone 13 Pro Max boasts a significantly brighter display (1050 nits vs. G50's likely 450-500 nits) with a superior contrast ratio (infinite vs. typical LCD). Color accuracy and overall visual quality are vastly better on the iPhone. The G50's display is adequate for everyday use but lacks the premium feel.
Camera Comparison
The iPhone 13 Pro Max's camera system is renowned for its exceptional image quality, video recording capabilities, and advanced features like Cinematic mode. The Nokia G50's camera is decent for its price range but falls far short of the iPhone's performance in terms of detail, dynamic range, and low-light capabilities.
Performance
The A15 Bionic chip in the iPhone 13 Pro Max is in a different league compared to the Snapdragon 480 in the Nokia G50. Expect lightning-fast app loading, smooth multitasking, and effortless gaming on the iPhone. The G50 can handle basic tasks, but struggles with demanding applications.
Battery Life
While both phones offer excellent battery life (121h endurance rating), the iPhone 13 Pro Max's optimized software and efficient chip contribute to consistently strong performance. The G50's battery life is good, but the iPhone's charging speeds (wired and wireless) provide added convenience.
Buying Guide
The Nokia G50 is ideal for budget-conscious users who need 5G and a reliable, basic smartphone experience. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is for those who demand top-tier performance, a stunning camera system, a vibrant display, and are willing to pay a premium for it.