Nokia C21 Plus vs Tecno Pova 6
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $260 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 6 leads — 36/100 vs 10/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 6 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 6 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 206g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Tecno Pova 6
- Lighter: 178g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Cheaper: $200 vs $260
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 92/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Tecno Pova 6, the Tecno Pova 6 scores 26 points higher (36/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (58/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Tecno Pova 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $260 | $200 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova 6
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $60. Tecno Pova 6 is cheaper by $60.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (58/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 (77/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 and the Nokia C21 Plus are nearly equal (96/100 vs 92/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 26 points (36/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Tecno Pova 6?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Tecno Pova 6 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Tecno Pova 6 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Tecno Pova 6?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.