Nokia G21 vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 25/100 (a 1-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 Nokia G21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 190g).
Nokia G21
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 190g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 1 points higher (26/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $179 | — |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (83/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Nokia G21 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.