Motorola Moto G06 vs Nokia C21 Plus
The Motorola Moto G06 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $114 and $260. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G06 leads — 32/100 vs 10/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G06 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Motorola Moto G06 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 194g).
Motorola Moto G06
Nokia C21 Plus
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $114 vs $260
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
- Lighter: 178g vs 194g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Motorola Moto G06 vs the Nokia C21 Plus, the Motorola Moto G06 scores 22 points higher (32/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G06 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G06 leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G06 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G06 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G06 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 (77/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G06 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Motorola Moto G06 | Nokia C21 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 171.4×77.5×8.3 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 178 g | |
| Price | $114 | $260 |
Motorola Moto G06
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Motorola Moto G06
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Motorola Moto G06
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $146. Motorola Moto G06 is cheaper by $146.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G06 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G06 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G06 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (42/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 (77/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G06 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G06 or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Moto G06 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 22 points (32/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G06 and the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Moto G06 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Nokia C21 Plus — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G06 or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Moto G06 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G06 over the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Motorola Moto G06 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.