Nokia XR21 vs Samsung Galaxy A15
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads — 48/100 vs 46/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A15 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia XR21 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 500,722); the Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 231g).
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 500722
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 727
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 31/100)
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 2003
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 200g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 24/100)
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A15, the Samsung Galaxy A15 scores 2 points higher (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (60/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 500722 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2003 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 231 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Nokia XR21 and Samsung Galaxy A15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia XR21 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 18.2% in our overall performance rating.
Nokia XR21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy A15 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (60/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 edges out the Nokia XR21 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A15 is a better fit for everyday use.