Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme 12
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; estimated prices are $260 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 10/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't.
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme 12
- Lighter: 178g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $200 vs $260
- Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Realme 12, the Realme 12 scores 26 points higher (36/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $260 | $200 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $60. Realme 12 is cheaper by $60.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (38/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (42/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 26 points (36/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme 12?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme 12?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.