Nokia C21 Plus vs Redmi 17C
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; estimated prices are $260 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 10/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 206g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Redmi 17C
- Lighter: 178g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Cheaper: $100 vs $260
- Longer battery life (40/100 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 Redmi 17C, the Redmi 17C scores 15 points higher (25/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (40/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $260 | $100 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $160. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $160.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (40/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 17C is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Redmi 17C?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Redmi 17C?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.