Google Pixel 4a 5G vs Nokia XR21
The Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 40/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 4a 5G is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 592,015); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 231g).
Google Pixel 4a 5G
Nokia XR21
- Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 592015
- Lighter: 168g vs 231g
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 24/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 19/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 4a 5G vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 6 points higher (46/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (76/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 4a 5G | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3885 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 4a 5G and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 4a 5G leads Nokia XR21 by 1.0% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (43/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (42/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (76/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Google Pixel 4a 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 4a 5G and the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 4a 5G or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 17/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 4a 5G over the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 4a 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.