Nokia XR21 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 46/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 592,015); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 190g vs 231g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 24 points higher (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (72/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 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 S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads Nokia XR21 by 81.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia XR21
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (72/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 24 points (70/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.