Nokia G21 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G21 leads — 25/100 vs 22/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Nokia G21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 190g).

The Nokia G21 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 98
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia G21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 190g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Nokia G21 scores 3 points higher (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia G21: The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G21 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Unisoc T606 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 330006
Geekbench Single 378
Geekbench Multi 1335
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 1600x720 1080x2376
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 190 g 171 g
Price $179
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia G21
$179
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (52/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G21 (86/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Nokia G21 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.