Nokia XR21 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 46/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 is faster in AnTuTu (607,489 vs 592,015); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1826
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 607489 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 960 vs 905
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 2 points higher (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100. In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (69/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $130 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M17 leads Nokia XR21 by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia XR21
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 67/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (69/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 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 M17?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.