Nokia G21 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 34/100 (a 45-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 Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Nokia G21
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $2199
- Overall rating 34/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 59/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 45 points higher (79/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 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 Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (98/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $2199 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
We compared Nokia G21 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Nokia G21 by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $2020. Nokia G21 was $2020 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (98/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (78/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (61/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (66/100 vs 59/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 45 points (79/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.