Nokia X30 vs Nokia XR21
The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 30/100 vs 23/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia X30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 231g).
Nokia X30
Nokia XR21
- Lighter: 185g vs 231g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 11/100)
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4200 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (40/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (35/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 7 points higher (30/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (35/100 vs 20/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (68/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2003 | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 231 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia X30 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (35/100 vs 20/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (68/100 vs 11/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Nokia X30 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Nokia XR21 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.