Nokia G21 vs Vivo T5x
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $179 and $225. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo T5x leads — 53/100 vs 34/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5x has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5050); the Vivo T5x is faster in AnTuTu (956,756 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't; the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Nokia G21
Vivo T5x
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $225
- Better portability (59/100 vs 43/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 956756 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (65/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo T5x, the Vivo T5x scores 19 points higher (53/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo T5x leads (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x leads (60/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Vivo T5x — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo T5x significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (57/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo T5x notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo T5x is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (60/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (59/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 956756 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| 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 | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $225 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia G21 and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo T5x leads Nokia G21 by 65.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $46. Nokia G21 was $46 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo T5x significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (57/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo T5x notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (65/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo T5x is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5x notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (60/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (59/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo T5x?
The Vivo T5x is noticeably better than the Nokia G21 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo T5x?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo T5x?
The Vivo T5x leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo T5x?
The Vivo T5x leads on performance (57/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo T5x?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo T5x is a better fit for everyday use.