Nokia C21 Plus vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 24/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21 Plus
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Nokia C21 Plus better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 219g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 64 points higher (88/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (89/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (66/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×75.9×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C21 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (89/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (66/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 64 points (88/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.