Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $260 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 10/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 207g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Lighter: 178g vs 207g
- Cheaper: $260 vs $599
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 69/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 69 points higher (79/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (68/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (92/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $260 | $599 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $339. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $339.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (68/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (68/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (77/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (92/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 69 points (79/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.