Nokia G21 vs OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $179 and $223. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads — 55/100 vs 34/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5050); the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is faster in AnTuTu (956,756 vs 330,006).
Nokia G21
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- Lighter: 190g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $223
- Overall rating 34/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 956756 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (76/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite scores 21 points higher (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads (71/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (76/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 956756 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $223 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia G21 and OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads Nokia G21 by 65.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $44. Nokia G21 was $44 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (57/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (76/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (71/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 21 points (55/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite — 55/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite?
The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite leads on performance (57/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The OnePlus Nord CE 6 Lite is a better fit for everyday use.