Nokia XR21 vs Realme 15x
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Realme 15x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 15x leads — 51/100 vs 46/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 15x has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia XR21 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 528,398); the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 15x doesn't; the Realme 15x is noticeably lighter (212g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Realme 15x
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1980
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Realme 15x better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Realme 15x, the Realme 15x scores 5 points higher (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x leads (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (75/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (49/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Realme 15x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 60W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 166.1×77.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | — | $250 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 15x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 15x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme 15x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Realme 15x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia XR21 leads Realme 15x by 12.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia XR21
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Realme 15x are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 15x significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (75/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 15x notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (49/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x edges out the Nokia XR21 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Realme 15x?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Realme 15x — 51/100.
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Realme 15x?
The Realme 15x is a better fit for those who care about battery life.