Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme C73
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $260 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 10/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 32 MP; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 197g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme C73
- Lighter: 178g vs 197g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 53/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 32MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $120 vs $260
- Better camera (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Realme C73, the Realme C73 scores 19 points higher (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 625 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $260 | $120 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $140. Realme C73 is cheaper by $140.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (45/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme C73?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme C73 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 leads on camera score (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme C73?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.