Nokia XR21 vs Redmi K20 Pro

The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Redmi K20 Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. Both devices score the same overall rating of 46/100. Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi K20 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (824,513 vs 592,015); the Redmi K20 Pro is noticeably lighter (191g vs 231g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 46/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Performance 46
Display 67
Camera 43
Battery 42
Portability 24
Value for money
Redmi K20 Pro
Performance 54
Display 56
Camera 41
Battery 24
Portability 56
Value for money
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 33W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 41/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (67/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi K20 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 824513 vs 592015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 968 vs 905
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2731 vs 2003
  • Lighter: 191g vs 231g

  • Higher performance (54/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better portability (56/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict

The Nokia XR21 and the Redmi K20 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 46/100. In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K20 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Redmi K20 Pro are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (42/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (56/100 vs 24/100).

Nokia XR21: The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K20 Pro: The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia XR21 Redmi K20 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
AnTuTu 592015 824513
Geekbench Single 905 968
Geekbench Multi 2003 2731
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 33W 27W
Main camera 64 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB 64GB / 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 9
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm
Weight 231 g 191 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Redmi K20 Pro
  • Main: 48MP f/1.75
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
67
display
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
56
display
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Redmi K20 Pro
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • No wireless charging
24
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia XR21 and Redmi K20 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
46/100
592015 AnTuTu
Redmi K20 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
46/100 +28.2%
824513 AnTuTu

Redmi K20 Pro leads Nokia XR21 by 28.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia XR21
Price unknown
Redmi K20 Pro
$350
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K20 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Redmi K20 Pro are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Redmi K20 Pro (42/100 vs 24/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K20 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (56/100 vs 24/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi K20 Pro?

Both devices scored 46/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi K20 Pro.

What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Redmi K20 Pro?

The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi K20 Pro — 46/100.

Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi K20 Pro?

The Redmi K20 Pro leads on performance (54/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Redmi K20 Pro?

The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K20 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.