Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme 14T
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme 14T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $260 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 14T leads — 34/100 vs 10/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 14T has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 14T has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 196g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme 14T
- Lighter: 178g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $215 vs $260
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 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 14T, the Realme 14T scores 24 points higher (34/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 14T leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 14T leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 14T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 14T notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 14T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme 14T (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14T and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme 14T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 163.1×75.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $260 | $215 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme 14T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 14T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme 14T
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $45. Realme 14T 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 14T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 14T notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 14T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (51/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme 14T (77/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14T and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme 14T?
The Realme 14T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 24 points (34/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme 14T?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme 14T — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme 14T?
The Realme 14T leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme 14T?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 14T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.