Huawei Pura X Max vs Nokia C21 Plus
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 24/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Huawei Pura X Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 229g).
Huawei Pura X Max
Nokia C21 Plus
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (55/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Lighter: 178g vs 229g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Nokia C21 Plus, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 46 points higher (70/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (72/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Nokia C21 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | — | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 10W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | — | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | — |
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21 Plus
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In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (55/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (72/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 46 points (70/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Nokia C21 Plus — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.