Nokia C21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus (2022) and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads — 37/100 vs 10/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't.
Nokia C21 Plus
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Longer battery life (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim scores 27 points higher (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | — | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 10W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | — | |
| Price | $260 | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
- —
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 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 Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (77/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 27 points (37/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.