Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Nokia G21

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606; estimated prices are $1799 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads — 39/100 vs 25/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,401,321 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 257g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is noticeably better than the Nokia G21 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Performance 20
Display 100
Camera 64
Battery 29
Design 0
Value for money 0
Nokia G21
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 98
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1401321 vs 330006
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1750 vs 378
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4516 vs 1335
  • Faster charging: 21W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (20/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (64/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Nokia G21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4650 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 257g
  • Cheaper: $179 vs $1799

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Nokia G21, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold scores 14 points higher (39/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (20/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (62/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (98/100 vs 0/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia G21: The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Nokia G21
Processor Google Tensor G4 Unisoc T606
AnTuTu 1401321 330006
Geekbench Single 1750 378
Geekbench Multi 4516 1335
Display 8.0" AMOLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2076x2152 1600x720
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4650 mAh 5050 mAh
Charging 21W 18W
Wireless charging 7W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 129
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 10 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 16GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 400 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8
Dimensions 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 257 g 190 g
Price $1799 $179
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 10MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
64
camera
Nokia G21
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 8.0" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2076x2152
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nokia G21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
  • 4650 mAh
  • Wired: 21W
  • Wireless: 7W
29
battery
Nokia G21
  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Nokia G21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Tensor G4
39/100
1401321 AnTuTu
Nokia G21 Unisoc T606
25/100 -324.6%
330006 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads Nokia G21 by 324.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
$1799
Nokia G21
$179

Price difference: $1620. Nokia G21 is cheaper by $1620.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (20/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (64/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (62/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (98/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nokia G21?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is noticeably better than the Nokia G21 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Nokia G21?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Nokia G21 — 25/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nokia G21?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on camera score (64/100 vs 24/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Nokia G21?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold leads on performance (20/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Nokia G21?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.