Nokia G21 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads — 31/100 vs 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Nokia G21 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 98
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia G21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 190g vs 194g

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (34/100 vs 24/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia G21: The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G21 Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor Unisoc T606 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 330006
Geekbench Single 378
Geekbench Multi 1335
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1600x720 1080x2388
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 400 nits 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 194 g
Price $179
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia G21
$179
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (34/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) edges out the Nokia G21 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads on camera score (34/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.