Nokia C21 Plus vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $260 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 75/100 vs 10/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 216g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 178g vs 216g
- Cheaper: $260 vs $499
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 65 points higher (75/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (63/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (74/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (63/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (74/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (92/100 vs 75/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 216 g | |
| Price | $260 | $499 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $239. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $239.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (63/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (74/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (77/100 vs 30/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (92/100 vs 75/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 65 points (75/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.