Nokia G21 vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $179 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 34/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,700,848 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 209g).
Nokia G21
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Lighter: 190g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $300
- Better portability (59/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1700848 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 31 points higher (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (70/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (59/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 1700848 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $300 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Nokia G21 and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Nokia G21 by 80.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $121. Nokia G21 was $121 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (70/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (72/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (59/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 31 points (65/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (70/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.