Nokia G21 vs Vivo X300s
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $179 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 333,647); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Vivo X300s
What makes Nokia G21 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $723
- Better portability (59/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 34/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (95/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (59/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G21 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Nokia G21 by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $544. Nokia G21 was $544 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (95/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (83/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (59/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo X300s?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.