Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme 12 Pro
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; estimated prices are $260 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 Pro leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 12 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't.
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme 12 Pro
- Lighter: 178g vs 190g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 62/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $215 vs $260
- Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Realme 12 Pro, the Realme 12 Pro scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (48/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (77/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 736675 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 935 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2719 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 950 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $260 | $215 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $45. Realme 12 Pro is cheaper by $45.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (44/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (48/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (77/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme 12 Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme 12 Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.