Nokia G21 launched with UNISOC T606 processor, 90Hz screen
HMD Global has announced the Nokia G21 model in Europe as its latest mid-range offering. It carries a price-tag of €170 (roughly Rs. 14,600) and is slated to go on sale soon. As for the key highlights, the smartphone features a UNISOC T606 chipset, a 90Hz display, a 50MP primary camera, and a 5,050mAh battery with 18W fast-charging support.
Why does this story matter?
The Nokia G21 has arrived as a successor to the G20 model that was launched last year. The improvements are primarily focused on three key aspects, namely the screen, camera, and battery. We expect the budget-friendly handset to arrive in India in the coming weeks. It will take on rival smartphones from brands like Xiaomi, TECNO, Infinix, Vivo, Samsung, and Realme.
The handset has a 6.5-inch LCD display
The Nokia G21 features a waterdrop notch design with rounded corners, a prominent bottom bezel, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The rear panel has a triple camera module. The phone bears a 6.5-inch HD+ (720x1600 pixels) IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It is offered in Nordic Blue and Dusk color options.
It has a 50MP primary camera
The Nokia G21 sports a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP primary shooter, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth lens. Up front, it has an 8MP selfie snapper.
The phone is powered by a UNISOC T606 chipset
The Nokia G21 draws power from a UNISOC T606 SoC, coupled with 4GB of RAM and up to 128GB of expandable storage. Under the hood, the handset boots Android 11 and packs a 5,050mAh battery with 18W fast-charging support. For connectivity, it offers support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, as well as a Type-C port.
Nokia G21: Pricing and availability
The Nokia G21 starts at €170 (roughly Rs. 14,600) in Europe. It will soon be available for purchase via online and offline platforms there.
