Nokia C21 Plus vs Tecno Pop X
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; estimated prices are $260 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pop X leads — 26/100 vs 10/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pop X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000).
Nokia C21 Plus
Tecno Pop X
- Lighter: 178g vs 186g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Cheaper: $100 vs $260
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Tecno Pop X, the Tecno Pop X scores 16 points higher (26/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop X leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop X notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 310000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $260 | $100 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $160. Tecno Pop X is cheaper by $160.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop X notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (36/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Tecno Pop X?
The Tecno Pop X 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 Tecno Pop X?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Tecno Pop X — 26/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Tecno Pop X?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.