Google Pixel 8 vs Nokia XR21
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 46/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4575); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 592,015); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 231g).
Google Pixel 8
Nokia XR21
- Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2003
- Lighter: 187g vs 231g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (79/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 24/100)
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 46/100
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Nokia XR21, the Google Pixel 8 scores 22 points higher (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (57/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | — |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Nokia XR21 by 143.8% in our overall performance rating.
Nokia XR21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (70/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (82/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (79/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (44/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (57/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 22 points (68/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Nokia XR21?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.