Nokia XR21 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 46/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 592,015); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2101
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Lighter: 201g vs 231g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 27 points higher (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (96/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (74/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 231 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Nokia XR21 by 82.5% 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 Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (96/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (74/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 by 27 points (73/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.