Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme C100x
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) and the Realme C100x (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C100x leads — 31/100 vs 10/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100x has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme C100x has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't.
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme C100x
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Realme C100x, the Realme C100x scores 21 points higher (31/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C100x leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x leads (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme C100x (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme C100x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | — | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | — | |
| Price | $260 | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme C100x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C100x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
- 7500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C100x
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C100x notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (52/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme C100x (77/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Realme C100x (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme C100x?
The Realme C100x significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 21 points (31/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme C100x?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme C100x — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme C100x?
The Realme C100x leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme C100x?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C100x is a better fit for everyday use.