Nokia G21 vs Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 34/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 214g).
Nokia G21
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $1299
- Better portability (59/100 vs 51/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 50 points higher (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 76/100; 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 S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (86/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3515964 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3601 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10686 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 157 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $1299 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Nokia G21 and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Nokia G21 by 90.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1120. Nokia G21 was $1120 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (96/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (88/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (86/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (61/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 50 points (84/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.