Nokia C12 vs Nokia XR21
The Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 22/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C12 doesn't; the Nokia C12 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 231g).
Nokia C12
Nokia XR21
- Lighter: 177g vs 231g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 24/100)
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 40/100)
Comparing the Nokia C12 vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 24 points higher (46/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (42/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (67/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (42/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C12 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (64/100 vs 24/100).
| Specification | Nokia C12 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition) | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 231 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nokia C12
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C12
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C12
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (67/100 vs 40/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 (43/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (42/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C12 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (64/100 vs 24/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C12 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C12 by 24 points (46/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C12 and the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia C12 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C12 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C12 over the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.