Nokia C21 Plus vs OnePlus Nord 3
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000; estimated prices are $260 and $339. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads — 43/100 vs 10/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord 3 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus Nord 3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 193g).
Nokia C21 Plus
OnePlus Nord 3
- Lighter: 178g vs 193g
- Cheaper: $260 vs $339
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 58/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 86/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (22/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (31/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the OnePlus Nord 3, the OnePlus Nord 3 scores 33 points higher (43/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (22/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (31/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | OnePlus Nord 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1542660 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1240x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1450 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $260 | $339 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $79. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $79.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (22/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (31/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (51/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (77/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (92/100 vs 86/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus Nord 3 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 33 points (43/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the OnePlus Nord 3 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on camera score (31/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 Plus or the OnePlus Nord 3?
The OnePlus Nord 3 leads on performance (22/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the OnePlus Nord 3?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.