Nokia G21 vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G21 leads — 25/100 vs 11/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Nokia G21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't.

The Nokia G21 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y53t 5G — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G21
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 62
Value for money 98
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia G21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 190g

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Nokia G21 scores 14 points higher (25/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G21 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). 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 Y53t 5G (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (98/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia G21: The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G21 Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor Unisoc T606 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 330006
Geekbench Single 378
Geekbench Multi 1335
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 1600x720 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 190 g 186 g
Price $179
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia G21
$179
Vivo Y53t 5G
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 Y53t 5G (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia G21 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia G21 and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Nokia G21 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y53t 5G — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Nokia G21 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.