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.
Nokia C21 Plus
Redmi Note 8T
- Lighter: 178g vs 190g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 62/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $60. Redmi Note 8T is cheaper by $60.
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).
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.