Nokia G21 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $179 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 34/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 333,647); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Nokia G21 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $499
- Better portability (59/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 48 points higher (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 34/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (59/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G21 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Nokia G21 by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. Nokia G21 was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (97/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (99/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (59/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 48 points (82/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.