Nokia C12 vs Nokia C21 Plus
The Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia C21 Plus leads — 10/100 vs 6/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C21 Plus has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 13 MP.
Nokia C12
Nokia C21 Plus
- Lighter: 177g vs 178g
- Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 77/100)
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C12 vs the Nokia C21 Plus, the Nokia C21 Plus scores 4 points higher (10/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C12 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C12 | Nokia C21 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A1 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 10W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition) | Android 11 (Go edition) | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 178 g | |
| Price | — | $260 |
Nokia C12
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C12
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia C12
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C12
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C12 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C12 or the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Nokia C21 Plus edges out the Nokia C12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia C12 and the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Nokia C12 has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Nokia C21 Plus — 10/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C12 over the Nokia C21 Plus?
The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.