Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs Nokia C21 Plus
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $316 and $260. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Edge 40 Neo has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't.
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
Nokia C21 Plus
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 170g vs 178g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 77/100)
- Cheaper: $260 vs $316
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 88/100)
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 Neo vs the Nokia C21 Plus, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 Neo | Nokia C21 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 103 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×72.0×7.9 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 178 g | |
| Price | $316 | $260 |
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Edge 40 Neo
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $56. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $56.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (44/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (48/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus and the Motorola Edge 40 Neo are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 Neo and the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Nokia C21 Plus — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 Neo or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 Neo over the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.