Google Pixel 9 vs Nokia XR21

The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 46/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 9 is faster in AnTuTu (1,561,427 vs 592,015); the Google Pixel 9 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 231g).

The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 23 points (69/100 vs 46/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Performance 73
Display 82
Camera 75
Battery 46
Portability 55
Value for money 50
Nokia XR21
Performance 46
Display 67
Camera 43
Battery 42
Portability 24
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1561427 vs 592015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1850 vs 905
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4900 vs 2003
  • Lighter: 198g vs 231g

  • Higher performance (73/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better camera (75/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Overall rating 46/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Nokia XR21, the Google Pixel 9 scores 23 points higher (69/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (55/100 vs 24/100).

Google Pixel 9: The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users.
Nokia XR21: The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 9 Nokia XR21
Processor Google Tensor G4 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
AnTuTu 1561427 592015
Geekbench Single 1850 905
Geekbench Multi 4900 2003
Display 6.3" Actua OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2424x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 27W 33W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 143
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2700 nits 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm
Weight 198 g 231 g
Launch price $799
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 10MP
75
camera
Nokia XR21
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
  • 6.3" Actua OLED
  • Resolution: 2424x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Nokia XR21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
Nokia XR21
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 9 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 9 Google Tensor G4
69/100
1561427 AnTuTu
Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
46/100 -163.7%
592015 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 9 leads Nokia XR21 by 163.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 9
$799
Nokia XR21
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (73/100 vs 46/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (82/100 vs 67/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (75/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (55/100 vs 24/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nokia XR21?

The Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 23 points (69/100 vs 46/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Nokia XR21?

The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nokia XR21?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 or the Nokia XR21?

The Google Pixel 9 leads on performance (73/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Nokia XR21?

The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.