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 — 74/100 vs 46/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 592,015); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2101
- Lighter: 162g vs 231g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 28 points higher (74/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 79.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia XR21
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (77/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (42/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (89/100 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 28 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.