Nokia G21 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $179 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5050); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 333,647); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia G21 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $820
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 34/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (96/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G21 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Nokia G21 by 91.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $641. Nokia G21 was $641 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (96/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.