Nokia C21 Plus vs Redmi Note 8T

The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; estimated prices are $260 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 8T leads — 16/100 vs 10/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 48 MP; the Redmi Note 8T has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't.

The Redmi Note 8T edges out the Nokia C21 Plus by just 6 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 Note 8T
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 25
Battery 12
Design 62
Value for money 96
What makes Nokia C21 Plus better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 190g

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Redmi Note 8T better?
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP
  • Cheaper: $200 vs $260

  • Better camera (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 92/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Redmi Note 8T, the Redmi Note 8T scores 6 points higher (16/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8T leads (25/100 vs 0/100). 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, the Redmi Note 8T notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 12/100. In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (77/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).

Nokia C21 Plus: The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi Note 8T: The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C21 Plus Redmi Note 8T
Processor Unisoc Qualcomm Snapdragon 665
AnTuTu 329457
Geekbench Single 321
Geekbench Multi 1128
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.3" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 10W
Main camera 13 MP 48 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition)
NFC no yes
Dimensions 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm
Weight 178 g 190 g
Price $260 $200
Camera comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi Note 8T
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
25
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi Note 8T
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Redmi Note 8T
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C21 Plus
$260
Redmi Note 8T
$200

Price difference: $60. Redmi Note 8T is cheaper by $60.

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, the Redmi Note 8T notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (25/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 12/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (77/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8T and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Redmi Note 8T?

The Redmi Note 8T edges out the Nokia C21 Plus by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Redmi Note 8T?

The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi Note 8T — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Redmi Note 8T?

The Redmi Note 8T leads on camera score (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Redmi Note 8T?

The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.