Nokia G21 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $179 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 34/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 330,006); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 190g).
Nokia G21
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 190g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 41 points higher (75/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 leads (44/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (91/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (97/100 vs 59/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $1099 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nokia G21 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Nokia G21 by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $920. Nokia G21 was $920 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (91/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (89/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (44/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (97/100 vs 59/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 41 points (75/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.