Nokia C21 Plus vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $260 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 10/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 218g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 178g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $260 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 78/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (62/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (77/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $260 | $469 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $209. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $209.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (77/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (77/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (92/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 52 points (62/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.