Nokia C21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380; estimated prices are $260 and $182. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 10/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 200g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Lighter: 178g vs 200g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $182 vs $260
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 22 points higher (32/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A26 (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $260 | $182 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $78. Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper by $78.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 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 A26 (77/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 22 points (32/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.