Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme C65 4G
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $260 and $125. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C65 4G leads — 27/100 vs 10/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C65 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme C65 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Realme C65 4G is thinner (7.6mm vs 8.6mm).
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme C65 4G
- Lighter: 178g vs 185g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 68/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $125 vs $260
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Realme C65 4G, the Realme C65 4G scores 17 points higher (27/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G 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 C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G 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 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme C65 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 625 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 164.6×76.1×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $260 | $125 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme C65 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C65 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme C65 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $135. Realme C65 4G is cheaper by $135.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G 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 68/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme C65 4G?
The Realme C65 4G is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme C65 4G?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme C65 4G — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme C65 4G?
The Realme C65 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme C65 4G?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C65 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.