Nokia G21 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 25/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 5000); the Nokia G21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't.
Nokia G21
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 190g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 62/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 5 points higher (30/100 vs 25/100). 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 Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $179 | — |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (98/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Nokia G21 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.