Nokia G21 vs Vivo Y77 (China)

The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Vivo Y77 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y77 (China) leads — 29/100 vs 25/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G21 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4500); the Nokia G21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y77 (China) doesn't.

The Vivo Y77 (China) edges out the Nokia G21 by just 4 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 Y77 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia G21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 190g vs 194g

  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y77 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Vivo Y77 (China), the Vivo Y77 (China) scores 4 points higher (29/100 vs 25/100). 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 Vivo Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia G21: The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y77 (China): The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G21 Vivo Y77 (China)
Processor Unisoc T606 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 330006
Geekbench Single 378
Geekbench Multi 1335
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1600x720 1080x2388
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 18W 80W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm 164.2×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 190 g 194 g
Price $179
Camera comparison
Nokia G21
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1600x720
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G21
  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia G21
$179
Vivo Y77 (China)
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 Vivo Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) and the Nokia G21 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (62/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G21 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Vivo Y77 (China) edges out the Nokia G21 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y77 (China) — 29/100.

Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Nokia G21 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.