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).
Nokia G21
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.