Nokia C21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A01

The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A01 (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 439; estimated prices are $260 and $110. Both devices score the same overall rating of 10/100. Key differences: the Nokia C21 Plus has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000); the Samsung Galaxy A01 is noticeably lighter (146g vs 178g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 10/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21 Plus
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 77
Value for money 92
Samsung Galaxy A01
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C21 Plus better?
  • Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (12/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A01 better?
  • Lighter: 146g vs 178g
  • Cheaper: $110 vs $260

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 77/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparison verdict

The Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A01 received the same MobileRank rating — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (12/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A01 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A01 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).

Nokia C21 Plus: The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A01: The Samsung Galaxy A01 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C21 Plus Samsung Galaxy A01
Processor Unisoc Snapdragon 439
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 5.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 3000 mAh
Charging 10W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB 2GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 16GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition)
NFC no no
Dimensions 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm 146.2×70.9×8.3 mm
Weight 178 g 146 g
Price $260 $110
Camera comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A01
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A01
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C21 Plus
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Samsung Galaxy A01
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C21 Plus
$260
Samsung Galaxy A01
$110

Price difference: $150. Samsung Galaxy A01 is cheaper by $150.

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 Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A01 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 77/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A01 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A01?

Both devices scored 10/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy A01.

What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A01?

The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A01 — 10/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy A01?

The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A01 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.