Nokia C21 Plus vs Redmi A1+

The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22; estimated prices are $260 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A1+ leads — 13/100 vs 10/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A1+ has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP.

The Redmi A1+ edges out the Nokia C21 Plus by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21 Plus
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 77
Value for money 92
Redmi A1+
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C21 Plus better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
  • Lighter: 178g vs 192g

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Redmi A1+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Cheaper: $80 vs $260

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Redmi A1+, the Redmi A1+ scores 3 points higher (13/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1+ leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1+ notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi A1+ (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).

Nokia C21 Plus: The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi A1+: The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C21 Plus Redmi A1+
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Helio A22
AnTuTu 155362
Geekbench Single 300
Geekbench Multi 486
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W
Main camera 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 32GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition)
Brightness (peak) 400 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm
Weight 178 g 192 g
Price $260 $80
Camera comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi A1+
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi A1+
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi A1+
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C21 Plus
$260
Redmi A1+
$80

Price difference: $180. Redmi A1+ is cheaper by $180.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A1+ notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi A1+ (77/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Redmi A1+?

The Redmi A1+ edges out the Nokia C21 Plus by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Redmi A1+?

The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi A1+ — 13/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Redmi A1+?

The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi A1+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.