Nokia G60 vs Nokia XR21
The Nokia G60 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 43/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia G60 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G60
Nokia XR21
What makes Nokia G60 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 231g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G60 vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 3 points higher (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Nokia G60 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G60 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (59/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G60 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 2101 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP52 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.6 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | $329 | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia G60
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia G60
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G60
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G60 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Nokia XR21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Nokia G60 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G60 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (59/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G60 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Nokia G60 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G60 and the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia G60 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G60 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G60 over the Nokia XR21?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Nokia G60 (59/100 vs 24/100).