Nokia C21 Plus vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 71/100 vs 24/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 199g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Lighter: 178g vs 199g
- Overall rating 24/100
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (50/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 47 points higher (71/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (45/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (45/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1828x2584 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (50/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (45/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (76/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 47 points (71/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.