Nokia C21 Plus vs Xiaomi 11i
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 11i leads — 34/100 vs 10/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 207g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Xiaomi 11i
- Lighter: 178g vs 207g
- Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Xiaomi 11i scores 24 points higher (34/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $260 | — |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (51/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (77/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 Plus significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 24 points (34/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Xiaomi 11i leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.