Nokia C21 Plus vs Redmi Note 13R
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 10/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 13R has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 205g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Redmi Note 13R
- Lighter: 178g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 19 points higher (29/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R leads (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (41/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Redmi Note 13R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $260 | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (41/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (77/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Redmi Note 13R is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Redmi Note 13R?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Redmi Note 13R leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Redmi Note 13R?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.