Nokia G21 vs Vivo iQOO Z11x

The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; estimated prices are $179 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 37/100 vs 25/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5050); the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (1,214,772 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't.

The Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably better than the Nokia G21 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z11x
Performance 8
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 51
Design 62
Value for money 98
What makes Nokia G21 better?

  • Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11x better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1214772 vs 330006
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 378
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1335
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5050 mAh
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Cheaper: $170 vs $179

  • Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 12 points higher (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100. In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 98/100.

Nokia G21: The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z11x: The Vivo iQOO Z11x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G21 Vivo iQOO Z11x
Processor Unisoc T606 MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo
AnTuTu 330006 1214772
Geekbench Single 378 1061
Geekbench Multi 1335 3185
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1600x720 2400x1080
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 18W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 15
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm
Weight 190 g 190 g
Price $179 $170
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z11x
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z11x
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z11x
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia G21 and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia G21 Unisoc T606
25/100
330006 AnTuTu
Vivo iQOO Z11x MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo
37/100 +72.8%
1214772 AnTuTu

Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Nokia G21 by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia G21
$179
Vivo iQOO Z11x
$170

Price difference: $9. Vivo iQOO Z11x is cheaper by $9.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 62/100.

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 98/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?

The Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably better than the Nokia G21 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?

The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 37/100.

Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?

The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?

The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.