Nokia C21 Plus vs Poco X8 Pro
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 24/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 196g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Poco X8 Pro
- Lighter: 178g vs 196g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 40 points higher (64/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21 Plus
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In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (83/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (68/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 40 points (64/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.