Nokia G21 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $179 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 34/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5050); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,001,049 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 213g).
Nokia G21
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Lighter: 190g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $771
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3001049 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 49 points higher (83/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (91/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 78/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (91/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $771 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nokia G21 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Nokia G21 by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $592. Nokia G21 was $592 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (91/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (90/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 49 points (83/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.