Nokia XR21 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 46/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 592,015); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2101
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 231g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 29 points higher (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (42/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (97/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Nokia XR21 by 80.5% 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (73/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (97/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 29 points (75/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.