UAE Price
AED 2,150
India Price
₹35,999
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Smartphone · Nokia · 2023
The Nokia XR21 256GB is Nokia's 2023 smartphone featuring a 6.49 inches, 101.7 cm2 (~77.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4800 mAh battery. At AED 2,150 in the UAE and ₹35,999 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Nokia XR21 excels with its 4800mAh battery sustaining all-day use and 33W wired charging delivering 50% in 28 minutes, plus IP68 dust/water resistance—rare at this price. Its 64MP main sensor with PDAF captures detailed daylight shots, while the 8MP ultrawide adds versatility. This is for field technicians, construction workers, or travelers in harsh environments needing rugged durability and reliable 5G on bands 1, 3, 28, 41, 78. The 231g weight feels bulky, and the Kryo 660 chipset throttles under prolonged gaming or 4K video recording, making it unsuitable for intensive multimedia tasks. In UAE at AED 2150, it’s competitive because no other rugged phone offers 33W charging and IP68 below AED 2500. In India at ₹35999, it’s overpriced—rivaling the Poco X5 Pro with better performance and faster charging at ₹29999. Skip if you prioritize speed over survival.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Type | Li-Po 4800 mAh |
| Charging | 33W wired, PD2.0, QC3 |
| Battery Capacity | 4800 mAh |
| Dual | 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.0", PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, second LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.4 (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 20, 25, 28, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX Adaptive |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5) |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Radio | Unspecified |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| Dimensions | 168 x 78.6 x 10.5 mm (6.61 x 3.09 x 0.41 in) |
| Weight | 231 g (8.15 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 120Hz, 450 nits (typ), 550 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.49 inches, 101.7 cm2 (~77.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~406 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Card slot | Unspecified |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Midnight Black, Pine Green |
| Price | About 570 EUR |
| Announced | 2023, May 03 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, June 11 |
| OS | Android 12 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the XR21.
It may still be worth buying if you need a rugged, durable phone with reliable software updates and don't need cutting-edge features. Its build quality and long-term support make it a practical choice for users prioritizing durability over high-end specs.
The Nokia XR21 256GB is priced at AED 2150 in the UAE. It is available through major electronics retailers and authorized Nokia dealers across the country.
The Nokia XR21 256GB is priced at ₹35999 in India. It can be purchased through online platforms and select offline electronics stores nationwide.
The camera delivers solid daylight photos with good color accuracy and detail, thanks to its dual rear setup. It handles basic low-light scenarios reasonably well but isn't optimized for professional or night photography.
The battery lasts a full day with moderate to heavy usage, including calls, browsing, and camera use. Its 4500mAh capacity supports extended use without frequent recharging.
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