Nokia G21 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 34/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 333,647); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Nokia G21 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $950
- Better portability (59/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 57 points higher (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 34/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (99/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (59/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G21 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Nokia G21 by 92.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $771. Nokia G21 was $771 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (99/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (89/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (96/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (59/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 57 points (91/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.