Overall Score
49.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#2345)49.8
Performance(#3208)70.1
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#2710)74.2
Battery(#1475)36.0
Build(#848)80.0
Connectivity(#2128)64.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Nokia G21 features a plastic frame and back with a glass front, measuring 164.6 x 75.9 x 8.5 mm and weighing 190 grams, providing a solid yet lightweight feel.
- Its 6.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth scrolling and decent visibility at 400 nits brightness.
- Powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset, it delivers adequate performance for everyday tasks with options for 3GB, 4GB, or 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 50 MP main sensor, complemented by 2 MP macro and depth sensors, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 5050 mAh battery supports 18W charging, providing extended usage without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 11, the device is upgradable to Android 13, ensuring access to newer features and security updates.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The phone is available in Nordic Blue and Dusk colors, adding a touch of style to its functionality.
- The absence of stereo speakers is noted, but a headphone jack is included for wired audio.
- Overall, the Nokia G21 presents a balanced combination of design, performance, and features suitable for general use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, February 14
Announced2022, February 14
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc T606 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MP1
Memory64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF2 MP, (macro)2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5050 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5050 mAh
Charging Details18W wired, PD3.0
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions164.6 x 75.9 x 8.5 mm (6.48 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsNordic Blue, Dusk
Foldable✗
SAR1.00 W/kg (head) 1.10 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity