Nokia C21 Plus vs Realme Note 50
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme Note 50 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T612; estimated prices are $260 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Note 50 leads — 19/100 vs 10/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Note 50 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 193g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Realme Note 50
- Lighter: 178g vs 193g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 58/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper: $100 vs $260
- Longer battery life (36/100 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 Note 50, the Realme Note 50 scores 9 points higher (19/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Note 50 leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme Note 50 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme Note 50 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme Note 50 (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme Note 50 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Realme Note 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Unisoc T612 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 200000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 360 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1250 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 13, Realme UI T | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 560 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 167.2×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 193 g | |
| Price | $260 | $100 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme Note 50
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme Note 50
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Realme Note 50
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $160. Realme Note 50 is cheaper by $160.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Note 50 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Note 50 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Realme Note 50 (77/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme Note 50 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Realme Note 50?
The Realme Note 50 edges out the Nokia C21 Plus by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Realme Note 50?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Realme Note 50 — 19/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Realme Note 50?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme Note 50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.