Nokia C21 Plus vs Redmi A5
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; estimated prices are $260 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi A5 leads — 13/100 vs 10/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 196g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Redmi A5
- Lighter: 178g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper: $90 vs $260
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Redmi A5, the Redmi A5 scores 3 points higher (13/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 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 A5 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 781 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $260 | $90 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $170. Redmi A5 is cheaper by $170.
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 A5 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (77/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Redmi A5?
The Redmi A5 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 A5?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi A5 — 13/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Redmi A5?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.