Nokia 8 vs Nokia G21
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606; launch prices were $699 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G21 leads — 34/100 vs 29/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia 8 is faster in AnTuTu (438,016 vs 330,006); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 190g).
Nokia 8
Nokia G21
- Higher AnTuTu: 438016 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 427 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1500 vs 1335
- Lighter: 160g vs 190g
- Higher performance (33/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (52/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (84/100 vs 59/100)
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $699
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Nokia G21, the Nokia G21 scores 5 points higher (34/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G21 leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 leads (44/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, Nokia G21 — 36/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (84/100 vs 59/100).
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Nokia G21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Unisoc T606 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 330006 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 378 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 1335 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $179 |
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia 8 and Nokia G21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia 8 leads Nokia G21 by 32.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $520. Nokia G21 was $520 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (33/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (44/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (84/100 vs 59/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia G21?
The Nokia G21 edges out the Nokia 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Nokia G21?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nokia G21 — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia G21?
The Nokia G21 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Nokia G21?
The Nokia 8 leads on performance (33/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Nokia G21?
The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use.