Safety first! The Nokia XR21 goals to be a smartphone that emphasizes sustainability and an extended battery life. Not solely is it water, mud, and shock proof, however additionally it is supplied with updates for a very long time and even will get an expanded guarantee. Find out in our take a look at, whether or not the XR21 retains its guarantees.
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The Nokia XR21 from HMD Global is the direct successor to the Nokia XR20. The producer retains the identical design idea, aiming to supply a very sturdy and lengthy-lasting smartphone to the shoppers, with out getting as cumbersome as traditional rugged smartphones.
This already labored very well final yr, and HMD has improved the XR21 in lots of areas, notably its robustness. The battery capability has elevated, the refresh fee is increased, there’s a new digicam, and a extra present SoC can also be included. To make up for this, the MSRP has elevated by 20 Euros (~$22) to 599 Euros (~$656), and the extra inexpensive entry-stage mannequin with diminished storage shouldn’t be out there anymore.
Display
6.49 inch 20:9, 2400 x 1080 pixel 406 PPI, capacitive, TFT-LCD, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, shiny: sure, 120 Hz
Storage
128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash, 128 GB
, 114 GB free
Connections
1 USB 2.0, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), Audio Connections: 3.5 mm audio port, USB-C, 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Brightness Sensor, Sensors: barometer, G-sensor, eCompass, gyroscope, proximity sensor
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.1, 2G (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz), 3G (Band 1, 2, 4, 5, 8), LTE (Band 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 13, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71), 5G-Sub6 (Band 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 20, 25, 28, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79), Dual SIM, LTE, 5G
Size
top x width x depth (in mm): 10.45 x 168 x 78.58 ( = 0.41 x 6.61 x 3.09 in)
Battery
4800 mAh Lithium-Ion, QC 3.0, PD 2.0
Charging
quick charging / Quickcharge
Operating System
Android 12
Camera
Primary Camera: 64 MPix (OV64B40, f/1.8) + 8 MPix (extremely large, OV08D10, f/2.2); Camera2 API: Level 3
Secondary Camera: 16 MPix (OC16A1Q, fixfocus, f/2.5)
Additional options
Speakers: twin, Keyboard: onscreen, USB cable, SIM instrument, 36 Months Warranty, DRM Widevine L1, GNSS: GPS (L1, L5); Galileo (E1, E5a), GLONASS (L1), Beidou (B1, B1C, B2a), QZSS (L1, L5) ,NavIC (L5), two configurable buttons, impression protected polycarbonate, impression absorbing TPU bumpers, IP68/IP69K, fanless, ruggedized, waterproof
Weight
231 g ( = 8.15 oz / 0.51 kilos) ( = 0 oz / 0 kilos)
Note: The producer might use elements from totally different suppliers together with show panels, drives or reminiscence sticks with related specs.
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Drive |
Size |
Resolution |
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82.3 % |
06/2023 |
Nokia XR21 SD 695 5G, Adreno 619 |
231 g | 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.49″ | 2400×1080 | |
82.6 % |
12/2022 |
Gigaset GX6 Dimensity 900, Mali-G68 MP4 |
278 g | 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash | 6.60″ | 2412×1080 | |
81.9 % |
08/2022 |
Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro SD 778G 5G, Adreno 642L |
235 g | 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.60″ | 2408×1080 | |
88.5 % |
11/2022 |
Google Pixel 7 Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7 |
197 g | 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash | 6.30″ | 2400×1080 | |
79.7 % |
05/2023 |
CAT S75 Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256 |
268 g | 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | 6.58″ | 2408×1080 |
The Nokia XR21 is accessible within the colours Midnight Black and Pine Green. At a thickness of 10.45 mm (~0.41 in), it positively shouldn’t be a slim smartphone, however it’s nonetheless slimmer than a traditional rugged telephone such because the CAT S75 and particularly additionally noticeably lighter. However, the design nonetheless appears to be like a bit aged, with the somewhat mediocre show-to-floor ratio of 77% additionally contributing to this impression.
The rubberized smartphone corners aren’t very seen, however you’ll be able to nonetheless really feel them. HMD Global calls them dampening TPU shocks. The again is fabricated from shock resistant polycarbonate, and the entrance is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The Nokia XR21 leaves a excessive-high quality and notably sturdy impression, presenting itself with clear workmanship.
The smartphone shouldn’t be solely mud and waterproof in line with IP68 but additionally provides an IP69K certification, permitting it to face up to a water stream with a strain of 100 bars. Drops from a top of 1.8 meters (~5.9 ft) will not create any issues for the XR21. According to the MIL-STD-810H customary, it’s licensed towards drops from a top of 1.5 meters (~4.9 ft) and can be utilized in temperatures between -20 and +55 °C (-4 to 131 °F). It may also be operated with moist palms or gloves.
The case of the Nokia XR21 is fabricated from 100% recycled aluminum, and HMD Global additionally makes a brief setting impression profile of the smartphone out there.
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In distinction to the XR20, the Nokia XR21 solely provides a USB-2.0 port with out giving the choice for storage growth through microSD card.
But no less than, the audio port stays. Since linked headphones additionally function an antenna, the port can also be essential to function the analog radio receiver. In addition, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, and two fast entry keys are additionally out there.
The Nokia XR21 continues to be delivered with Google Android 12, which is saved very purely. But there are additionally a number of third-celebration apps preinstalled, which may all be uninstalled. HMD Global guarantees three massive updates for the XR21 and month-to-month safety patches for 4 years, ranging from the worldwide market introduction. While this initially sounds good, sadly the XR21 is not delivered instantly with Android 13, though model 14 is already within the beginning blocks and the predecessor has even acquired the replace already final yr. In addition, the plan to distribute the safety patches month-to-month is already not working, since on the time of this take a look at, our take a look at unit continues to be on the stage of March 5, 2023.
The Nokia XR21 helps all the present cell communication requirements together with 5G-Sub6, providing an in depth quantity of frequency bands, in order that it ought to be capable of create a connection with none hassle in most components of the world. The communication traits are good within the metropolis setting throughout our take a look at.
Nominally, the XR21 helps Wi-Fi 6 similar to final yr’s mannequin. However, within the take a look at with our Asus ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 reference router, the switch speeds prove surprisingly low, despite the fact that they continue to be secure. The speeds are on the stage of a somewhat mediocre ac WLAN. Although the velocity was already not excellent within the XR20, it was nonetheless considerably increased. Probably HMD Global will nonetheless make some enhancements on this regard.
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Qualcomm Adreno 619; iperf3 obtain AXE11000; iperf 3.1.3: Ø346 (320-352)
Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Qualcomm Adreno 619; iperf3 obtain AX12; iperf 3.1.3: Ø648 (589-673)
Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Qualcomm Adreno 619; iperf3 transmit AXE11000; iperf 3.1.3: Ø360 (326-373)
Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Qualcomm Adreno 619; iperf3 transmit AX12; iperf 3.1.3: Ø630 (561-645)
The Nokia XR21 is ready to use all world satellite tv for pc networks and may even create a connection indoors. Even although the latter takes extra time, it nonetheless finds a reasonably correct location inside a number of seconds. As anticipated, this works a lot sooner and is extra correct outdoor.
We examine the smartphone with a Garmin Venu 2 on a brief bike journey. The distinction within the recorded route is 60 meters (~197 ft) over an virtually 10 km (~6,2 miles) whole route, however XR21 reported a considerably increased quantity of altitude traversed. The route recording is pretty correct within the element view, permitting us to attest the Nokia smartphone with good finding capabilities.
The Nokia XR21 provides full twin-SIM assist, both with two bodily Nano-SIM playing cards or alternatively, it’s also possible to exchange one in every of them with an eSIM. Other features reminiscent of VoLTE and WLAN calls are additionally supported.
The voice high quality is first rate. In quiet environment, each dialog companions are straightforward to know, sounding pure with a low quantity of noise. Minor noise interference is filtered out. In speaker mode, we hear some slight accompanying crackling noise, and the microphones document spoken phrases solely quietly.
The entrance digicam of the Nokia XR21 has a 16-MP decision, however because it makes use of pixel binning, the ensuing photos have a decision of solely 4.1 MP. The photos are pretty first rate and capable of impress with a gorgeous picture composition. But the sharpness may have turned out a bit increased. Videos are solely recorded in Full HD at 30 FPS, and quick actions may end in some seen streaking.
The twin-digicam system within the again makes use of a fundamental sensor with a 64-MP decision. Unfortunately, it would not supply optical picture stabilization (OIS). The pictures are characterised by a really pure coloration illustration however in some locations a bit darkish. Although many particulars are misplaced in low gentle situations, the ensuing photos are nonetheless first rate with the objects nonetheless simply recognizable. You can solely zoom digitally (8x max). The high quality is okay as much as a 2x zoom stage, however at increased ranges the outcomes are hardly usable. The ultrawide angle provides a decrease decision than that of the XR20 however nonetheless does an honest job. The depth sharpness is okay, however the pictures may be barely brighter right here.
The Nokia XR21 additionally provides a Pro mode together with RAW assist. The full 64-MP decision of the principle sensor may also be used. Videos might be recorded in 1,080p (16:9) at 30 or 60 FPS at finest. The digital picture stabilization works pretty nicely, however sadly the autofocus refocuses infrequently. Using cinema mode, it’s also possible to document movies in 21:9 format at 24 FPS, with the consumer having the selection of recording at both 20 or 50 Mbps. Thanks to OZO audio, voices are recorded pretty clearly.
Image Comparison
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The field of the Nokia XR21 solely features a USB cable and a SIM instrument. A corresponding charger shouldn’t be included, however HMD Global optionally provides one for round 35 Euros (~$38).
The XR21 has a 36-month guarantee and a one-yr guarantee for changing a faulty show.
The capacitive touchscreen of the Nokia XR21 acknowledges as much as ten contact factors concurrently, implementing the instructions rapidly and precisely. The sliding traits of the glass floor are excellent. The ERM vibration motor is highly effective sufficient to be simply noticeable, nevertheless it has a somewhat spongy suggestions.
The XR21 provides two fast entry keys: one on high and one other on the left aspect of the body. Both might be configured individually and occupied with both system components, apps, or an emergency operate. The keys can distinguish a brief or lengthy press, permitting you to assign two features to every of the keys.
A fingerprint sensor built-in into the ability button is accessible for biometric safety. While its velocity is pretty first rate, the popularity charges are somewhat common. Additionally or alternatively, it’s also possible to configure much less safe face recognition utilizing the entrance digicam, which works in a short time and reliably. The consumer’s face continues to be acknowledged at midnight, for the reason that smartphone will increase the brightness of the panel for this goal.
The LCD show of the Nokia XR21 has shrunk to six.49 inches and provides a excessive pixel density at Full HD+. The refresh fee might be adjusted by the system, switching between 60 and 120 Hz routinely on this case. You may set it on to 60 Hz. Nominally, the panel helps the HDR requirements HLG and HDR10, however this could be somewhat questionable as a result of low brightness.
HMD Global specifies the brightness in daylight at as much as 550 Nits. We attain a most of 503 cd/m2 in our measurements with the brightness sensor remaining deactivated. When we activate it, we’re solely capable of get a most of 495 cd/m2 from the smartphone. At 0.45 cd/m2, the black worth is first rate, leading to a excessive distinction ratio of 1,118:1.
The benefit of an LCD is that pulse width modulation (PWM) is not used to manage the brightness. Using our oscilloscope, we solely see a excessive-frequency flickering, however this should not create any issues for even very delicate customers.
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Maximum: 503 cd/m² (Nits) Average: 487.3 cd/m² Minimum: 1.8 cd/m²
Brightness Distribution: 94 %
Center on Battery: 503 cd/m²
Contrast: 1118:1 (Black: 0.45 cd/m²)
ΔE Color 2.4 | 0.55-29.43 Ø5.1
ΔE Greyscale 1.9 | 0.57-98 Ø5.4
99.5% sRGB (Calman 2D)
Gamma: 2.22
Nokia XR21 TFT-LCD, 2400×1080, 6.49 |
Gigaset GX6 IPS, 2412×1080, 6.60 |
Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro PLS, 2408×1080, 6.60 |
Google Pixel 7 OLED, 2400×1080, 6.30 |
CAT S75 IPS LCD, 2408×1080, 6.58 |
Nokia XR20 IPS, 2400×1080, 6.67 |
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503 |
505 0% |
510 1% |
936 86% |
566 13% |
599 19% |
Brightness |
487 |
491 1% |
495 2% |
947 94% |
529 9% |
598 23% |
Brightness Distribution |
94 |
93 -1% |
92 -2% |
95 1% |
83 -12% |
99 5% |
Black Level * |
0.45 |
0.3 33% |
0.46 -2% |
0.47 -4% |
0.33 27% |
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1118 |
1683 51% |
1109 -1% |
1204 8% |
1815 62% |
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2.4 |
4.32 -80% |
7.41 -209% |
1.3 46% |
5.02 -109% |
4.52 -88% |
Colorchecker dE 2000 max. * |
6.6 |
7.22 -9% |
13.26 -101% |
2.7 59% |
9.6 -45% |
7.6 -15% |
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1.9 |
3 -58% |
10.6 -458% |
1.4 26% |
4.4 -132% |
4.2 -121% |
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2.22 99% |
2.268 97% |
2.518 87% |
2.25 98% |
2.248 98% |
2.279 97% |
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6602 98% |
7098 92% |
10050 65% |
6664 98% |
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Screen Flickering / PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation)
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To dim the display, some notebooks will merely cycle the backlight on and off in fast succession – a way known as Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) . This biking frequency ought to ideally be undetectable to the human eye. If mentioned frequency is just too low, customers with delicate eyes might expertise pressure or complications and even discover the flickering altogether.
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The coloration copy of the show can’t be adjusted by the consumer, so we have been very shocked that the white steadiness is at an excellent stage. Even although the colour calibration is not fairly as actual and profitable, it’s nonetheless at a very good stage.
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Display response occasions present how briskly the display is ready to change from one coloration to the following. Slow response occasions can result in afterimages and may trigger shifting objects to seem blurry (ghosting). Gamers of quick-paced 3D titles ought to pay particular consideration to quick response occasions.
The brightness sensor responds a bit sluggishly to altering gentle situations, however this may be tolerated. Unfortunately, the utmost brightness is not notably excessive, so to hardly see something on the show in shiny daylight.
In phrases of the colours, the viewing angle stability of the LCD is superb. Even from very steep viewing angles, there are hardly any coloration inversions, however the brightness drops sharply. In the darkish, there are neither any noticeable ghosting results nor halos.
The Nokia XR21 is run by a Snapdragon 695 5G with 6 GB of working reminiscence. In phrases of its efficiency, the SoC is positioned within the decrease midrange, enabling a gorgeous system efficiency.
In the benchmarks, the SoC performs on the anticipated stage, putting virtually on the identical stage because the Dimensity 900 within the Gigaset GX6 by way of the CPU velocity. But it has no probability towards the Snapdragon 778G from the XCover 6 Pro.
Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (119 – 1885, n=237, final 2 years) |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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Gigaset GX6 MediaTek Dimensity 900, Mali-G68 MP4, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (659 – 697, n=18) |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (473 – 5538, n=237, final 2 years) |
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Gigaset GX6 MediaTek Dimensity 900, Mali-G68 MP4, 6144 |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (1663 – 2038, n=18) |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (893 – 1806, n=6, final 2 years) |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (893 – 903, n=2) |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (2064 – 4656, n=6, final 2 years) |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (2064 – 2064, n=2) |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (188 – 2531, n=42, final 2 years) |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (888 – 898, n=2) |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (512 – 6460, n=42, final 2 years) |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (1918 – 2067, n=2) |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (111952 – 1322448, n=164, final 2 years) |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (344344 – 409358, n=13) |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Gigaset GX6 MediaTek Dimensity 900, Mali-G68 MP4, 6144 |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (4780 – 28378, n=225, final 2 years) |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (6897 – 10834, n=17) |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (411 – 9585, n=164, final 2 years) |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (3171 – 3848, n=14) |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (2565 – 19657, n=164, final 2 years) |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (6789 – 8072, n=14) |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (670 – 11617, n=164, final 2 years) |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (3167 – 4836, n=14) |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (697 – 30125, n=164, final 2 years) |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (3975 – 4426, n=14) |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Google Pixel 7 Google Tensor G2, Mali-G710 MP7, 8192 |
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Average of sophistication Smartphone (10 – 2392, n=164, final 2 years) |
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CAT S75 MediaTek Dimensity 930, IMG BXM-8-256, 6144 |
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Nokia XR20 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6144 |
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Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (1078 – 1382, n=14) |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, Adreno 642L, 6144 |
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The Adreno 619 is already an outdated hat, and sadly that is additionally noticeable within the benchmarks, with the Nokia XR21 putting extra on the decrease finish of the comparability discipline within the GPU benchmarks.
Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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CAT S75 IMG BXM-8-256, Dimensity 930, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Surfing the net works with none issues with the Nokia XR21, however extra complicated web sites are likely to take a bit extra time, which can also be mirrored within the benchmarks.
The Nokia XR21 provides 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage, which seems slower than we’d anticipate from the specs. However, this may be traced again to the SoC, since we’ve been observing the identical habits in all of the smartphones with the SD695.
Nokia XR21 | Gigaset GX6 | Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro | Google Pixel 7 | CAT S75 | Nokia XR20 | Average 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash | Average of sophistication Smartphone | |
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Sequential Read 256KB |
509.76 |
953.5 87% |
841.6 65% |
1280.81 151% |
991.21 94% |
485 -5% |
713 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(303 – 1009, n=49) 40% |
1191 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(215 – 4512, n=231, final 2 years) 134% |
Sequential Write 256KB |
465.31 |
454.7 -2% |
484.7 4% |
879.39 89% |
878.23 89% |
452 -3% |
512 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(105.3 – 884, n=49) 10% |
765 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(57.5 – 3062, n=231, final 2 years) 64% |
Random Read 4KB |
187.51 |
194.9 4% |
170.6 -9% |
210.47 12% |
221.56 18% |
174.8 -7% |
182.4 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(89.3 – 261, n=49) -3% |
210 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(22.2 – 543, n=231, final 2 years) 12% |
Random Write 4KB |
167.51 |
39.9 -76% |
204.2 22% |
253.92 52% |
233.91 40% |
146.2 -13% |
176 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(70.5 – 258, n=49) 5% |
220 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(13 – 572, n=232, final 2 years) 31% |
Although the built-in Adreno-619-GPU is already considerably aged, it continues to be fully adequate for most informal video games. However, issues can look very totally different with graphicly demanding video games, two of which we analyzed in additional element with GameBench.
In PUBG Mobile, you’ll be able to choose the HD setting at finest and that’s then additionally restricted to 30 FPS. But no less than these stay secure. In Genshin Impact, you must forego the best element stage, since there proceed to be some clear stutters with that setting. On the opposite hand, in the event you use the medium element settings, you’ll be able to already play pretty comfortably, even when the body charges are diminished.
Nokia XR21; Genshin Impact; lowest 120 fps; 3.7.0_14806628_14807925: Ø45.1 (25-60)
Nokia XR21; Genshin Impact; medium 120 fps; 3.7.0_14806628_14807925: Ø35.9 (29-47)
Nokia XR21; Genshin Impact; highest 120 fps; 3.7.0_14806628_14807925: Ø28.3 (18-41)
Nokia XR21; PUBG Mobile; Smooth; 2.6.0: Ø39.9 (38-41)
Nokia XR21; PUBG Mobile; HD; 2.6.0: Ø29.9 (28-31)
While the floor temperatures of the Nokia XR21 give completely no purpose for concern throughout idle operation, they improve beneath fixed load. We simulated this utilizing the Burnout benchmark, reaching increased than the 50 ºC mark (122 ºF). However, since such a excessive load will solely very not often happen in everyday operation, we do not contemplate this essential.
The SoC shouldn’t be impacted by all of the stress exams, all the time delivering a stabile efficiency.
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Maximum: 51 °C = 124 F Average: 49.2 °C = 121 F |
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Maximum: 53.5 °C = 128 F Average: 48.1 °C = 119 F |
Room Temperature 22 °C = 72 F | Fluke t3000FC (calibrated) & Voltcraft IR-260
(-) The common temperature for the higher aspect beneath maximal load is 49.2 °C / 121 F, in comparison with the common of 32.7 °C / 91 F for the gadgets within the class Smartphone.
(-) The most temperature on the higher aspect is 51 °C / 124 F, in comparison with the common of 34.9 °C / 95 F, starting from 21.9 to 55.8 °C for the category Smartphone.
(-) The backside heats as much as a most of 53.5 °C / 128 F, in comparison with the common of 33.7 °C / 93 F
(+) In idle utilization, the common temperature for the higher aspect is 31 °C / 88 F, in comparison with the system common of 32.7 °C / 91 F.
Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Adreno 642L, SD 778G 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR20 Adreno 619, SD 480, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash |
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Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash |
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Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash; Wild Life Extreme Stress Test; 1.1.0.2: Ø2.15 (2.14-2.16)
Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash; Wild Life Extreme Stress Test; 1.1.0.2: Ø3.65 (3.63-3.65)
Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash; Wild Life Extreme Stress Test; 1.1.0.2: Ø9.65 (8.06-11.1)
Nokia XR21 Adreno 619, SD 695 5G, 128 GB UFS 2.2 Flash; Wild Life Stress Test Stability: Ø7.22 (7.22-7.26)
Gigaset GX6 Mali-G68 MP4, Dimensity 900, 128 GB UFS 2.1 Flash; Wild Life Stress Test Stability; 0.0.0.0: Ø13.1 (13.1-13.1)
Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash; Wild Life Stress Test Stability: Ø32.8 (25.8-39.3)
Google Pixel 7 Mali-G710 MP7, Tensor G2, 128 GB UFS 3.1 Flash; Wild Life Unlimited Stress Test Stability: Ø34.4 (28.6-40.2)
The two audio system of the Nokia XR21 can get very loud, though their sound is simply common. Particularly at full quantity, they sound very tinny and make clanging noises. But in the event you do not flip up the quantity too excessive, you’ll nonetheless get an appropriate high quality.
The sound output through the three.5 mm audio port (SNR: 70.21 dBFS), which is ready to ship an honest sign-to-noise ratio, is best. For a wi-fi connection, you need to use Bluetooth 5.1, which helps a variety of audio codecs (SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX TWS+, and LDAC).
Frequency diagram (checkboxes might be checked and unchecked to check gadgets)
Nokia XR21 audio evaluation
(+) | audio system can play comparatively loud (90 dB)
Bass 100 – 315 Hz
(-) | practically no bass – on common 26.2% decrease than median
(+) | bass is linear (6.2% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 – 2000 Hz
(±) | increased mids – on common 6.4% increased than median
(+) | mids are linear (6.3% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 – 16 okHz
(±) | increased highs – on common 5.4% increased than median
(+) | highs are linear (3.2% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 – 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of total sound is common (19.6% distinction to median)
Compared to identical class
» 24% of all examined gadgets on this class have been higher, 9% related, 67% worse
» The finest had a delta of 11%, common was 23%, worst was 65%
Compared to all gadgets examined
» 50% of all examined gadgets have been higher, 8% related, 43% worse
» The finest had a delta of three%, common was 20%, worst was 65%
Gigaset GX6 audio evaluation
(±) | speaker loudness is common however good (80.2 dB)
Bass 100 – 315 Hz
(-) | practically no bass – on common 29.4% decrease than median
(±) | linearity of bass is common (8.9% delta to prev. frequency)
Mids 400 – 2000 Hz
(±) | diminished mids – on common 5% decrease than median
(+) | mids are linear (6.9% delta to prev. frequency)
Highs 2 – 16 okHz
(+) | balanced highs – solely 2.9% away from median
(+) | highs are linear (3.5% delta to prev. frequency)
Overall 100 – 16.000 Hz
(±) | linearity of total sound is common (21.6% distinction to median)
Compared to identical class
» 40% of all examined gadgets on this class have been higher, 11% related, 50% worse
» The finest had a delta of 11%, common was 23%, worst was 65%
Compared to all gadgets examined
» 63% of all examined gadgets have been higher, 7% related, 30% worse
» The finest had a delta of three%, common was 20%, worst was 65%
The energy consumption of the Nokia XR21 shouldn’t be too excessive total. However, it may have been decrease on the most brightness stage, despite the fact that it is not very shiny.
The battery has a capability of 4,800 mAh and might be charged at as much as 33 watts. To do this, the charger has to both assist QC 3.0 or PD 2.0. Using a quick charger that fulfilled this requirement, the smartphone is totally recharged after 136 minutes. The 25% mark is reached after 17 minutes, the 50% mark after 67 minutes, 80% after 96 minutes, and 90% after 103 minutes.
Nokia XR21 4800 mAh |
Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro 4050 mAh |
Google Pixel 7 4355 mAh |
CAT S75 5000 mAh |
Nokia XR20 4630 mAh |
Average Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G |
Average of sophistication Smartphone |
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Idle Minimum * |
0.83 |
0.9 -8% |
0.89 -7% |
1.1 -33% |
0.7 16% |
0.861 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(0.56 – 1.1, n=13) -4% |
0.877 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(0.12 – 2.37, n=172, final 2 years) -6% |
Idle Average * |
2.29 |
1.4 39% |
1.07 53% |
1.5 34% |
1.1 52% |
1.678 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(1 – 2.47, n=13) 27% |
1.498 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(0.65 – 4.26, n=172, final 2 years) 35% |
Idle Maximum * |
2.32 |
1.8 22% |
1.2 48% |
1.9 18% |
1.6 31% |
1.822 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(1.4 – 2.52, n=13) 21% |
1.706 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(0.69 – 4.45, n=172, final 2 years) 26% |
Load Average * |
4.41 |
4.7 -7% |
3.27 26% |
3.2 27% |
2.7 39% |
3.41 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(2.4 – 4.83, n=13) 23% |
4.32 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(2.1 – 10.1, n=172, final 2 years) 2% |
Load Maximum * |
6.12 |
8.1 -32% |
5.5 10% |
5.2 15% |
4.9 20% |
5.18 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(4.32 – 6.5, n=13) 15% |
7.17 {el.classList.toggle(‘hideEl’);});return false;”>?(3.56 – 13.7, n=172, final 2 years) -17% |
* … smaller is best
Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G; Geekbench 5.4: Ø3.13 (1.139-5.64)
Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G; Idle 150cd/m2: Ø1.299 (1.27-1.415)
Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G; 1920×1080 Aztec Ruins Normal Offscreen: Ø3.65 (3.42-3.76)
Samsung Galaxy XCover 6 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G; 1920×1080 Aztec Ruins Normal Offscreen: Ø5.65 (5.06-7.73)
Nokia XR21 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G; Idle 150cd/m2: Ø1.299 (1.27-1.415)
In phrases of the battery life, simply due to its massive battery, the Nokia XR21 is ready to depart many opponents within the comparability discipline behind. While it additionally delivers good run occasions throughout our take a look at, the battery lifetime of as much as two days marketed by HMD Global can in all probability solely be reached in follow, if the smartphone is used reasonably.
Battery Runtime
Idle (with out WLAN, min brightness) | 39h 04min | |
WiFi Websurfing (Chrome 113) | 14h 35min | |
Big Buck Bunny H.264 1080p | 18h 05min | |
Load (most brightness) | 6h 40min |
Pros
+ resistant towards water, mud, and shocks
+ lengthy interval of updates
+ good battery life
+ two fast-entry keys
Cons
– WLAN slower than anticipated
– mediocre audio system
– solely Android 12 at its introduction
– darkish show
The Nokia XR21 would not actually wish to be seen as an actual rugged smartphone however extra as a strong companion for everyday tasks. With its IP69K certification, shock proof development, and big selection of working temperatures, the smartphone from HMD Global can simply fulfill this aspiration. In addition, the producer additionally consists of two fast entry keys for a complete of 4 totally different actions on button press. The highly effective 4,800-mAh battery additionally delivers a very good battery life.
The Nokia XR21 is a troublesome everyday companion with a probably lengthy life.
With the opponents, additionally, you will look in useless for the same expanded guarantee of 36 months with a further guarantee on the show. The nominally lengthy replace intervals is barely marred by the truth that the XR21 continues to be delivered with Android 12, despite the fact that the XR20 predecessor has already acquired Android 13. The WLAN velocity additionally seems barely slower than anticipated. On the opposite hand, you get full twin-SIM together with eSIM assist. Only the show may have been brighter.
With an much more modular design, the Gigaset GX6 presents itself as a substitute, and the Galaxy XCover 6 Pro might be additionally an fascinating selection.
Nokia XR21
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06/21/2023 v7
Daniel Schmidt
Connectivity
48 / 70 → 69%
Games Performance
34 / 64 → 52%
Application Performance
72 / 86 → 84%
Smartphone – Weighted Average
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As a toddler I used to be fascinated by my Commodore 16, and this sparked my enthusiasm for computer systems. Using my first modem, I surfed the BTX videotext system and later the World Wide Web. I’ve all the time been captivated by the most recent applied sciences, and that is very true for cell gadgets reminiscent of smartphones and tablets. I’ve been a part of the Notebookcheck workforce since 2013 and have additionally now and again written for Notebookinfo.de, and I’m wanting ahead to testing new improvements for our readers. I wish to spend my spare time indulging in pictures and barbecues and being with my household.
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Having labored as a programmer for 20 years (medical gadgets, AI, knowledge administration methods), I’ve been following the pc scene for a few years and particularly take pleasure in discovering out about new know-how advances. Originally from Germany however dwelling within the US, I’ve been working as a translator extra just lately, with Notebookcheck permitting me to mix my curiosity in new gadgets and translation. Other pursuits embrace Buddhism, spending time in Tibetan monasteries, and translating historical Tibetan texts.
Daniel Schmidt, 2023-06-22 (Update: 2023-06-22)
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