Nokia C12 vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Nokia C12 (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Libero 5G III leads — 7/100 vs 6/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Libero 5G III has the bigger battery (4120 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 13 MP; the ZTE Libero 5G III has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C12 doesn't; the Nokia C12 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 207g).

The ZTE Libero 5G III edges out the Nokia C12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C12
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 78
Value for money 55
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia C12 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 207g

  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 41/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Bigger battery: 4120 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP

  • Longer battery life (15/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C12 vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the ZTE Libero 5G III scores 1 points higher (7/100 vs 6/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III leads (15/100 vs 0/100). 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 ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C12 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Nokia C12: The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C12 ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Unisoc SC9863A1 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 153667
Geekbench Single 205
Geekbench Multi 846
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.7" OLED
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2400
Refresh rate
Battery 3000 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging
Main camera 8 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB
Storage 64GB 64GB
OS Android 12 (Go edition) Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no yes
Dimensions 160.6×74.3×8.8 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 177 g 207 g
Price
Camera comparison
Nokia C12
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C12
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C12
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

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 ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Nokia C12 (15/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C12 significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (78/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C12 or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The ZTE Libero 5G III edges out the Nokia C12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C12 and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Nokia C12 has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C12 over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Nokia C12 is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.