Nokia XR21 vs Realme GT7
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 46/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 592,015); the Realme GT7 is noticeably lighter (206g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Realme GT7
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Lighter: 206g vs 231g
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 31 points higher (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (53/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 231 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $420 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Nokia XR21 by 75.5% 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 Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (61/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (90/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (53/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 31 points (77/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Realme GT7?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.