Nokia C21 Plus vs Vivo X500
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 24/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21 Plus
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia C21 Plus better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 211g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 65 points higher (89/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (84/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C21 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (84/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (66/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 65 points (89/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.