Nokia C21 Plus vs Nokia XR21
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 30/100 vs 10/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia XR21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 231g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Nokia XR21
- Lighter: 178g vs 231g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 11/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (40/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 20 points higher (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (35/100 vs 12/100). 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, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (77/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 231 g | |
| Price | $260 | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (40/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia XR21 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (35/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (77/100 vs 11/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 20 points (30/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Nokia XR21 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Nokia XR21 is a better fit for everyday use.