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Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB) vs Nokia 4.2 (32GB)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi 12X vs Nokia 4.2 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia 4.2 X Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB) 29Points
6.28"
AMOLED

1080x2400

50
MP

32mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
04Points Nokia 4.2 (32GB) Compare Xiaomi 12X X
5.71"
IPS

720x1520

13
MP

8mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

12X (256GB/8GB)} 29 Advantages Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB) vs 4.2 (32GB)} 4 Advantages Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
+3.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)50%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs2GHz 64bit Octa-core
+8GB LPDDR5167%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs3GB LPDDR3
+256GB (222GB available)9 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs32GB (22GB available)
+UFS 3.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 5.1
+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)2%
Thinner
vs8.39 millimeters (0.33 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front/back
+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsLTPS IPS LCD
+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs16 million
+1080x2400 pixels137%
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1520 pixels
+419 PPI42%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs295 PPI
+6.28"10%
Larger screen
vs5.71"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 13MP + 5MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(dual camera) 13MP + 2MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsHDR photo only main camera
+1/1.56" inches92%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/3" inches
+f/1.9 (aperture)16%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.2 (aperture)
+(front) 32MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 8MP
+8K UHD (7680x4320)15 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsFull HD (1920x1080)
+Android 12Advantage
Android 12 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 10
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
vs4G LTE
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps12 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(4G LTE) 150 Mbps
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4500 mAh50%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs3000 mAh
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs4.2 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
176 grams (6.16 ounces)vs+161 grams (5.64 ounces)9%
Lighter
Type-C reversible connectorvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

16 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
(front) Full HD (1920x1080)
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
+9 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Model12X (256GB/8GB)4.2 (32GB)
Other model namesXiaomi 12X 2112123AG (Global), 2112123AC (China)Nokia 4.2 TA-1133, TA-1149, TA-1150, TA-1157, TA-1184
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiNokia
Release date12/31/2021, Announced: 12/28/20214/1/2019
Depth8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)8.39 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)69.9 x 152.7 millimeters (2.75 x 6.01 in)71.3 x 148.95 millimeters (2.81 x 5.86 in)
Weight176 grams (6.16 ounces)161 grams (5.64 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass front, plastic backPlastic body, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Display typeAMOLEDLTPS IPS LCD
Screen size6.28" inches5.71" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~89.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~76.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)720x1520 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)419 PPI295 PPI
Colors1 billion16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass VictusNot supported
Refresh rate120Hzfeature not registered
Display features1100nits[peak]
Dolby Vision/HDR10+
DCI-P3
Touch rate: 480Hz
feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
System versionAndroid 11Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware updateAndroid 12Android 10
User InterfaceMIUI 13feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 (SM8250-AC) (7nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 SDM439 (12nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.2GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Dual-core)
6x 1.45GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 650 (670MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 505 650Mhz
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 598003 (v8), 690298 (v9)
Geekbench: 3168 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 47fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR53GB LPDDR3
Internal storage256GB (222GB available)
UFS 3.1
32GB (22GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageNot supportedUntil 512GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Global version:
UMTS 850/900/2100
Latin America version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
China version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
LTE Cat4
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40, 41)
Latin America version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28, 66)
TD-LTE (Bands 38)
India version:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkGlobal version:
SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78)
China version:
SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78)
Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat20
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48)
China version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSAGPRS, EDGE

📷 Camera

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.412mm123°1/3.06"1.12µm
5MP telephoto macro f/2.450mmAF
(dual camera)
13 megapixels
2MP depth
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lensfeature not registered
Sensor size1/1.56" inches1/3" inches
Pixel size1µm pixel1.12µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo only main camera
Camera extras4K@60fps
1080p@960fps
Sony IMX766
feature not registered

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Front camera (secondary)32 megapixels8 megapixels
Front camera resolution6528x4896 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.5 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lens27mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/4" inches
Pixel size0.7µm pixel1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
LoudspeakerStereo sound with dual speakers
24-bit/192kHz
Dolby Atmos
Tuned by Harman Kardon
Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputType-C reversible connector3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE4.2 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavICA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity4500 mAh3000 mAh
Charger, watts67W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 4
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered18 hours
Standbyfeature not registered600 hours (25 days)

➕ Other features

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Gray, Blue, Purple
• LiquidCool
• Colors: Black, Pink sand
• Android One
• 19:9 display ratio
• 2.5D curved glass screen
• WiFi hotspot

☢️ Radiation rate

Xiaomi 12X (256GB/8GB)Nokia 4.2 (32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.59W/kg (head), 1W/kg (body)feature not registered
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