Infinix Smart 8 (India)
#2209
Nokia G21
#2220Category Breakdown
Infinix Smart 8 (India)
Nokia G21
Performance
62.562.5
Camera
44.344.3
Display
75.575.5
Battery
58.558.5
Build
77.877.8
Overall
61.561.5
Summary
- The Infinix Smart 8 features a 6.6-inch IPS LCD display with a peak brightness of 500 nits and a 90Hz refresh rate, while the Nokia G21 has a slightly smaller 6.5-inch IPS LCD with a typical brightness of 400 nits, also at 90Hz.
- In terms of performance, the Smart 8 is powered by the Mediatek Helio G36 chipset, whereas the G21 utilizes the Unisoc T606, both offering similar RAM options but differing in CPU architecture.
- Both phones have a 50 MP rear camera, but the G21 includes additional macro and depth sensors, enhancing its versatility.
- The Smart 8 has a 5000mAh battery with 10W charging, while the G21 offers a slightly larger 5050mAh battery with faster 18W charging.
- For software, the Smart 8 runs on Android 13 (Go edition), while the G21 comes with Android 11 but is upgradable to Android 13, providing a more recent software experience.
- Both devices have a plastic build with glass fronts, but the G21 includes NFC support, which the Smart 8 lacks.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Infinix Smart 8 (India)
Nokia G21
General
Release Date
2024, January 13
2022, February 14
Announced
2024, January 13
2022, February 14
Description
Not to be confused with Infinix Smart 8 for International market
N/A
Display
Size
6.6"
6.5"
Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 400 nits (typ)
Resolution
720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
90Hz
90Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
Unisoc T606 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
Octa-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Mali-G57 MP1
Memory
64GB 4GB RAM
64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
50 MP
50 MP
Main Camera Details
50 MP, (wide), AF0.08 MP, (auxiliary lens)
50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF2 MP, (macro)2 MP, (depth)
Front Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Front Camera Details
8 MP, (wide)
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
Yes
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
5050 mAh
Battery Details
5000 mAh
Li-Po 5050 mAh
Charging Details
10W wiredReverse wired
18W wired, PD3.0
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
163.6 x 75.6 x 8.5 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
164.6 x 75.9 x 8.5 mm (6.48 x 2.99 x 0.33 in)
Weight
189 g
190 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Rainbow Blue, Galaxy White, Shiny Gold, Timber Black
Nordic Blue, Dusk
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO
Software
Operating System
Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13
Android 11, upgradable to Android 13
OS Version
Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13
Android 11, upgradable to Android 13
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes