Nokia C21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A05
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $260 and $89. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads — 19/100 vs 10/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A05 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 195g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Lighter: 178g vs 195g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $89 vs $260
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy A05, the Samsung Galaxy A05 scores 9 points higher (19/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (37/100 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, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 13 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $260 | $89 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $171. Samsung Galaxy A05 is cheaper by $171.
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 Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (37/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (77/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 edges out the Nokia C21 Plus by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A05 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy A05?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.