Google Pixel 9 Pro vs Nokia C21
The Google Pixel 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro leads — 50/100 vs 5/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 9 Pro has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Google Pixel 9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.
Google Pixel 9 Pro
Nokia C21
- Bigger battery: 4700 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 199g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro vs the Nokia C21, the Google Pixel 9 Pro scores 45 points higher (50/100 vs 5/100). 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 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro | Nokia C21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 37W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 42 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| 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 | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 6.3" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2856x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (77/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (37/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia C21?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 45 points (50/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro and the Nokia C21?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Nokia C21 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro or the Nokia C21?
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?
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?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use.