Nokia G21 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $179 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 34/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 330,006).
Nokia G21
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4300 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 180g vs 190g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 32 points higher (66/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 27/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100; 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (80/100 vs 59/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $1099 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nokia G21 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Nokia G21 by 89.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $920. Nokia G21 was $920 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (80/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (80/100 vs 59/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 32 points (66/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.