Nokia C21 Plus vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 44/100 vs 10/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 203g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Tecno Phantom X2
- Lighter: 178g vs 203g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 34 points higher (44/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1484077 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 203 g | |
| Price | $260 | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (21/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (48/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (46/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (77/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X2 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 34 points (44/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for everyday use.