Nokia XR21 vs OnePlus Ace 6
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the OnePlus Ace 6 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads — 73/100 vs 46/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 has the bigger battery (7800 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Ace 6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,332,530 vs 592,015); the OnePlus Ace 6 is noticeably lighter (213g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
OnePlus Ace 6
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 35/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3332530 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7800 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 213g vs 231g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the OnePlus Ace 6, the OnePlus Ace 6 scores 27 points higher (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 leads (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (79/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (48/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | OnePlus Ace 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3332530 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2800x1272 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 163.4×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | — | $399 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Ace 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 6
- 7800 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and OnePlus Ace 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 leads Nokia XR21 by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia XR21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (92/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (79/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (48/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 27 points (73/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 leads on performance (92/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the OnePlus Ace 6?
The OnePlus Ace 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.