Nokia C21 Plus vs Poco C85
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Poco C85 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $260 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 leads — 26/100 vs 10/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 195g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Poco C85
- Lighter: 178g vs 195g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $100 vs $260
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Poco C85, the Poco C85 scores 16 points higher (26/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 leads (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Poco C85 (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Poco C85 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 810 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 173.2×81.1×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $260 | $100 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco C85
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco C85
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Poco C85
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $160. Poco C85 is cheaper by $160.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (43/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Poco C85 (77/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Poco C85?
The Poco C85 is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Poco C85?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Poco C85 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Poco C85?
The Poco C85 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Poco C85?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco C85 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.