Nokia G100 vs Nokia XR21

The Nokia G100 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 29/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G100 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia XR21 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 320,666); the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia G100 doesn't; the Nokia G100 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 231g).

The Nokia XR21 is noticeably better than the Nokia G100 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G100
Performance 24
Display 39
Camera 12
Battery 52
Portability 52
Value for money
Nokia XR21
Performance 46
Display 67
Camera 43
Battery 42
Portability 24
Value for money
What makes Nokia G100 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 195g vs 231g

  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better portability (52/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 320666
  • Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 345
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1065
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (46/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (67/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G100 vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 17 points higher (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G100 leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia G100 (46/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia G100 (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia G100 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G100 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G100 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (52/100 vs 24/100).

Nokia G100: The Nokia G100 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia XR21: The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G100 Nokia XR21
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
AnTuTu 320666 592015
Geekbench Single 345 905
Geekbench Multi 1065 2003
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB
Storage 32GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 12
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 550 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 166.6×76.7×8.9 mm 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm
Weight 195 g 231 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Nokia G100
  • Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Nokia XR21
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G100
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Nokia XR21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G100
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Nokia XR21
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia G100 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia G100 Qualcomm Snapdragon 662
29/100
320666 AnTuTu
Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
46/100 +45.8%
592015 AnTuTu

Nokia XR21 leads Nokia G100 by 45.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia G100 (46/100 vs 24/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia G100 (67/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia G100 (43/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia G100 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Nokia G100 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (52/100 vs 24/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G100 or the Nokia XR21?

The Nokia XR21 is noticeably better than the Nokia G100 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia G100 and the Nokia XR21?

The Nokia G100 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia G100 or the Nokia XR21?

The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia G100 or the Nokia XR21?

The Nokia XR21 leads on performance (46/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G100 over the Nokia XR21?

The Nokia G100 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.