Nokia G21 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 34/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $1999
- Better portability (59/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 38 points higher (72/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (98/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (79/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (59/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 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 | $1999 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Nokia G21 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Nokia G21 by 91.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1820. Nokia G21 was $1820 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (98/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (79/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (59/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 38 points (72/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.