Nokia C21 Plus vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; estimated prices are $260 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads — 51/100 vs 10/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z11 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 228g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Lighter: 178g vs 228g
- Cheaper: $260 vs $290
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Vivo iQOO Z11 scores 41 points higher (51/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2612264 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 228 g | |
| Price | $260 | $290 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $30. Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper by $30.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (41/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (77/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (77/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z11 are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 41 points (51/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO Z11 leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Vivo iQOO Z11 leads on performance (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.