Nokia G60 vs Samsung Galaxy A54: The Ultimate Showdown
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Samsung Galaxy A54 emerges as the overall winner thanks to its significantly brighter display, superior camera capabilities, and longer battery life. While the Nokia G60 offers a clean Android experience, the A54's performance and features provide a more premium feel.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Nokia G60 | Samsung Galaxy A54 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - International | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - International | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - LATAM | 25, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, September 01 | 2023, March 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, September 01 | Available. Released 2023, March 24 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 166 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm (6.54 x 2.99 x 0.34 in) | 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm (6.23 x 3.02 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) | 202 g (7.13 oz) |
| Splash resistant | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2408 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~401 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.58 inches, 104.3 cm2 (~82.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 120Hz, 400 nits (typ) | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) | Exynos 1380 (5 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.5", 0.7µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/5.0" Auxiliary lens | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.X", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| 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 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (USA only) |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 20W wired, PD3.0 | 25W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Pure Black, Ice Gray | Lime, Graphite, Violet, White |
| Models | TA-1490, TA-1481, TA-1479, TA-1475 | SM-A546V, SM-A546U, SM-A546U1, SM-A546B, SM-A546B/DS, SM-A546E, SM-A546E/DS, SM-A5460, SM-A546M, SM-A546M/DS, SM-A546W |
| Price | About 240 EUR | € 210.00 / $ 119.11 / £ 169.95 / ₹ 28,999 |
| SAR | 1.30 W/kg (head) 0.83 W/kg (body) | 0.81 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 1.10 W/kg (head) 1.27 W/kg (body) | 0.69 W/kg (head) 1.34 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 119h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -26.6 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 506678 (v9) GeekBench: 2703 (v5.1), 2797 (v6) GFXBench: 25fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Nokia G60
- Clean Android experience
- Budget-friendly price
- 5G connectivity
- Decent performance for everyday tasks
- Lower display brightness
- Less powerful chipset
- Subpar camera performance
- Slower charging
Samsung Galaxy A54
- Bright and vibrant display
- Excellent camera system
- Long battery life
- Powerful chipset
- Premium design
- Higher price
- Samsung's One UI (can be polarizing)
- Charging speed could be faster
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A54 boasts a massive advantage in display brightness, reaching 980 nits compared to the Nokia G60's 444 nits. This makes the A54 significantly easier to view outdoors. While the G60's 1523:1 contrast ratio is respectable, the A54's 'infinite' contrast (nominal) suggests excellent black levels. Both use AMOLED technology, offering vibrant colors.
Camera Comparison
The Galaxy A54's camera system is a clear winner. While specific megapixel counts aren't provided, Samsung's image processing and overall camera hardware are generally superior. Expect better low-light performance, more detailed photos, and more versatile video recording capabilities. The Nokia G60's camera is adequate, but lacks the refinement of the A54.
Performance
The Samsung Galaxy A54's Exynos 1380 (5nm) generally outperforms the Nokia G60's Snapdragon 695 5G (6nm) in real-world usage. The A54's Cortex-A78 cores provide a noticeable boost in processing power, leading to smoother multitasking and gaming. The G60 is still capable for everyday tasks, but may struggle with more demanding applications.
Battery Life
The Galaxy A54 shines in battery life, achieving an impressive endurance rating of 119 hours and an active use score of 11:15h. The Nokia G60's battery life is respectable, but falls short of the A54's longevity. The A54's efficient chipset and optimized software contribute to its exceptional battery performance.
Buying Guide
The Nokia G60 is ideal for users prioritizing a clean, stock Android experience and a more budget-friendly price point. The Samsung Galaxy A54 is a better choice for those who value a vibrant display, excellent camera performance, and extended battery life, even if it comes at a slightly higher cost.