Nokia G21 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Nokia G21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $179 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 34/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5050); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,176,468 vs 330,006); the Nokia G21 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Nokia G21
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $899
- Better portability (59/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3176468 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Nokia G21 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 48 points higher (82/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (92/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Nokia G21 — 36/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (92/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (63/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Nokia G21 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 3176468 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $179 | $899 |
Nokia G21
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia G21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia G21
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Nokia G21 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Nokia G21 by 89.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $720. Nokia G21 was $720 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (92/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (94/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (63/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 (87/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G21 is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G21 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia G21 by 48 points (82/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G21 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Nokia G21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G21 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G21 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G21 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Nokia G21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.