Motorola Moto G 2026 vs Nokia C21
The Motorola Moto G 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads — 34/100 vs 5/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G 2026 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Motorola Moto G 2026 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.
Motorola Moto G 2026
Nokia C21
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (34/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 202g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 47/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G 2026 vs the Nokia C21, the Motorola Moto G 2026 scores 29 points higher (34/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G 2026 | Nokia C21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 524785 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Motorola Moto G 2026
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Moto G 2026
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Moto G 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (34/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (44/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 47/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G 2026 or the Nokia C21?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 29 points (34/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G 2026 and the Nokia C21?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Nokia C21 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G 2026 or the Nokia C21?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G 2026 over the Nokia C21?
The Motorola Moto G 2026 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use.