Nokia G21 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $179 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 34/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5050); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 333,647).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Nokia G21 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $970
- Overall rating 34/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 56 points higher (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 34/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G21 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Nokia G21 by 93.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $791. Nokia G21 was $791 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (81/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 56 points (90/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.