Nokia G50 vs Nokia G10: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Nokia G50 clearly wins thanks to its significantly faster Snapdragon 480 5G chipset, 5G connectivity, and faster charging. While the G10 offers excellent battery life and a lower price, the G50's performance boost makes it the better overall choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Nokia G50 | Nokia G10 |
| Network | ||
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| 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 / 2100 - ROW |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - EU, ROW, China | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - ROW |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 38, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - EU, ROW, China | - |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2, 5, 7, 38, 41, 66, 71, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - NA | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28, 66 - LATAM | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2021, September 22 | 2021, April 08 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, October 13 | Available. Released 2021, April 26 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 173.8 x 77.7 x 8.9 mm (6.84 x 3.06 x 0.35 in) | 164.9 x 76 x 9.2 mm (6.49 x 2.99 x 0.36 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 220 g (7.76 oz) | 194 g (6.84 oz) |
| - | Splash protection | |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~252 ppi density) | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.82 inches, 114.2 cm2 (~84.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.52 inches, 102.6 cm2 (~81.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 450 nits (typ) | IPS LCD |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 460) | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM4350 Snapdragon 480 5G (8 nm) | Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | PowerVR GE8320 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 32GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM |
| - | eMMC 5.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 8 MP, (wide) | 8 MP, (wide) |
| Triple | 48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 5 MP, (ultrawide) Auxiliary lens | 13 MP, (wide), AF 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 8 MP, (wide) | 8 MP, (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired | 10W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5050 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Midnight Sun, Ocean Blue | Dusk, Night |
| Models | TA-1358, TA-1390, TA-1370, TA-1367, TA-1361 | TA-1334, TA-1351, TA-1346, TA-1338 |
| Price | About 180 EUR | About 110 EUR |
| SAR | 0.79 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body) | 1.06 W/kg (head) 1.51 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 1.15 W/kg (head) 1.13 W/kg (body) | 0.46 W/kg (head) 1.51 W/kg (body) |
Nokia G50
- Faster Performance (Snapdragon 480 5G)
- 5G Connectivity
- Faster Charging (18W)
- Better Camera Processing
- More Modern Chipset
- Higher Price
- Potentially Slightly Shorter Battery Life than G10
Nokia G10
- Longer Battery Life
- Lower Price
- Reliable Nokia Build Quality
- Slower Performance (Helio G25)
- No 5G
- Slower Charging (10W)
- Less Powerful Camera
Display Comparison
Both phones feature a 6.53-inch HD+ (720 x 1600) IPS LCD display. While the resolution is the same, the G50's display might offer slightly better color accuracy due to its more modern chipset. However, the viewing experience will be largely similar on both devices.
Camera Comparison
The G50 boasts a quad-camera setup (48MP main, 5MP ultrawide, 2MP macro, 2MP depth) while the G10 has a triple-camera setup (13MP main, 2MP depth, 2MP macro). While megapixels aren't everything, the G50's more powerful processor should contribute to better image processing and overall photo quality, particularly in low light. Both offer decent macro and depth sensing capabilities.
Performance
This is where the G50 shines. The Snapdragon 480 5G is a substantial upgrade over the Helio G25. Expect noticeably faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better overall responsiveness on the G50. The G10 will feel sluggish by comparison, especially when handling more demanding tasks.
Battery Life
The Nokia G10 has a slight edge in battery life, typically lasting a full day and a half with moderate use, thanks to its efficient processor and larger 5000mAh battery. The G50, with its more powerful chipset, might drain a bit faster, but still provides a full day of usage.
Buying Guide
The Nokia G50 is ideal for users who want 5G connectivity, smoother performance for multitasking and gaming, and faster charging. The Nokia G10 is a great option for those prioritizing long battery life and a more budget-friendly price point, and who don't heavily rely on demanding apps.