Nokia C21 Plus vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Nokia C21 Plus (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 24/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 Plus doesn't; the Nokia C21 Plus is noticeably lighter (178g vs 205g).
Nokia C21 Plus
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Lighter: 178g vs 205g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 54/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (63/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 Plus vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 58 points higher (82/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (63/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 Plus | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 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 | 205 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Nokia C21 Plus
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia C21 Plus
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C21 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Nokia C21 Plus
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In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (63/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus (87/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 Plus is a bit better (66/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 Plus by 58 points (82/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 Plus and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 Plus or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 Plus over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Nokia C21 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.