Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Nokia C21 Plus

The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $999 and $260. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 10/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 199g).

The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 40 points (50/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 77
Battery 37
Design 51
Value for money 41
Nokia C21 Plus
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 77
Value for money 92
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 37W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Nokia C21 Plus better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 199g
  • Cheaper: $260 vs $999

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 51/100)
  • Better value for money (92/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Nokia C21 Plus, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 40 points higher (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 41/100).

Google Pixel 9 Pro: The Google Pixel 9 Pro 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 9 Pro Nokia C21 Plus
Processor Google Tensor G4 Unisoc
AnTuTu 1499601
Geekbench Single 1880
Geekbench Multi 5100
Display 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 2856x1280 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 37W 10W
Wireless charging 23W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 42 MP 5 MP
RAM 16GB 2GB / 3GB / 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 32GB / 64GB
OS Android 14 Android 11 (Go edition)
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm
Weight 199 g 178 g
Price $999 $260
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 42MP
77
camera
Nokia C21 Plus
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2856x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 37W
  • Wireless: 23W
37
battery
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 9 Pro
$999
Nokia C21 Plus
$260

Price difference: $739. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $739.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (77/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (37/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (77/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro (92/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 40 points (50/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nokia C21 Plus — 10/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on camera score (77/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro over the Nokia C21 Plus?

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.