Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme GT 8
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $260 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 24/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 209g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme GT 8
- Lighter: 178g vs 209g
- Cheaper: $260 vs $350
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 39/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 56 points higher (80/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (98/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (85/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $260 | $350 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Price difference: $90. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $90.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (98/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (85/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (66/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 56 points (80/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme GT 8?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme GT 8?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.