Google Pixel 5 vs Nokia C21 Plus

The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 5 leads — 27/100 vs 10/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 5 has the bigger battery (4080 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 2 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 178g).

The Google Pixel 5 is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 49
Battery 13
Design 100
Value for money 55
Nokia C21 Plus
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 77
Value for money 92
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4080 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
  • Lighter: 151g vs 178g

  • Better camera (49/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (13/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 77/100)
What makes Nokia C21 Plus better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 2MP

  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Nokia C21 Plus, the Google Pixel 5 scores 17 points higher (27/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (13/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (92/100 vs 55/100).

Google Pixel 5: The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Nokia C21 Plus: The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 5 Nokia C21 Plus
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G Unisoc
AnTuTu 597974
Geekbench Single 799
Geekbench Multi 1836
Display 6.0" OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4080 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 18W 10W
DXOMark (camera) 109
Main camera 2 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 16 MP 0 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 2GB / 3GB / 4GB
Storage 128GB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 11 Android 11 (Go edition)
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 151 g 178 g
Price $260
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
  • Main: 2MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 16MP
  • Front: 8MP
49
camera
Nokia C21 Plus
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
  • 6.0" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
  • 4080 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
13
battery
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 5
Price unknown
Nokia C21 Plus
$260
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (49/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 5 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (13/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 77/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (92/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 5 is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Nokia C21 Plus — 10/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 5 leads on camera score (49/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.