The Nokia G21 is a budget-friendly smartphone featuring a 6.5-inch 90Hz display, a Unisoc T606 processor, and a large 5,050mAh battery with a multi-day lifespan. It was released in 2022 with Android 11, though it supports software updates to Android 13.
Display and performance
Display: 6.5-inch IPS LCD with a 1600 x 720 HD+ resolution. It has a 90Hz adaptive refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate for smoother scrolling.
Processor: Unisoc T606 octa-core chipset (12 nm) with a clock speed of 1.6GHz.
RAM and Storage: Available in several configurations, including 4GB RAM with 64GB or 128GB of internal storage, and 6GB RAM with 128GB of storage. All versions include a dedicated microSDXC card slot for expandable storage
Camera
Rear Camera: Triple-camera system:
Main: 50 MP wide-angle lens with f/1.8 aperture and autofocus.
Macro: 2 MP.
Depth: 2 MP.
Front Camera: 8 MP selfie camera with f/2.0 aperture.
Video: Capable of 1080p video recording at 30 frames per second.
Battery and power
Battery: Large 5,050mAh non-removable battery, which Nokia advertises as lasting up to three days on a single charge.
Charging: Supports 18W fast charging, but typically ships with a 10W charger that charges the phone more slowly.
Ports: USB Type-C for charging and data transfer, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Design and other features
Operating System: Launched with Android 11 but is upgradeable to Android 13. HMD Global promised 2 years of OS upgrades and 3 years of monthly security updates.
Colors: Available in Dusk and Nordic Blue.
Build: Features a durable polycarbonate shell.
Security: Includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor and face unlock.
Connectivity: 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC (in selected regions), and GPS