Google Pixel 5 vs Nokia XR21
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 5 leads — 48/100 vs 46/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 5 is faster in AnTuTu (597,974 vs 592,015); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 231g).
Google Pixel 5
Nokia XR21
- Higher AnTuTu: 597974 vs 592015
- Lighter: 151g vs 231g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 24/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 31/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Nokia XR21, the Google Pixel 5 scores 2 points higher (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Google Pixel 5 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 5 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 5 leads Nokia XR21 by 1.0% in our overall performance rating.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Google Pixel 5 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 5 edges out the Nokia XR21 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 5 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.