Google Pixel 8 vs Nokia G21
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606; estimated prices are $699 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 25/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 330,006).
Google Pixel 8
Nokia G21
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 27W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 187g vs 190g
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4575 mAh
- Cheaper: $179 vs $699
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nokia G21, the Google Pixel 8 scores 25 points higher (50/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 leads (98/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (79/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 62/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Nokia G21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Unisoc T606 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 330006 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 378 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 1335 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $699 | $179 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nokia G21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Nokia G21 by 337.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $520. Nokia G21 is cheaper by $520.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (79/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 62/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia G21?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 25 points (50/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia G21?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nokia G21 — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia G21?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia G21?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nokia G21?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.