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 — 46/100 vs 45/100 (a 1-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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Nokia XR21
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 231g
- Better display (69/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4200 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 1 points higher (46/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (42/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (68/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 2101 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X30 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia X30 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia X30 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (68/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Nokia X30 by just 1 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 45/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 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 X30 (68/100 vs 24/100).