Nokia C21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A15
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; estimated prices are $260 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads — 26/100 vs 10/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A15 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 200g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Lighter: 178g vs 200g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $200 vs $260
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy A15, the Samsung Galaxy A15 scores 16 points higher (26/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 503308 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 83 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $260 | $200 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $60. Samsung Galaxy A15 is cheaper by $60.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (77/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably better than the Nokia C21 Plus — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A15 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy A15?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A15 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.