Nokia C21 vs Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro leads — 39/100 vs 5/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro is thinner (7.8mm vs 8.8mm).
Nokia C21
Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro
- Overall rating 5/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 195g
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro scores 34 points higher (39/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro leads (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro leads (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro and the Nokia C21 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (39/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (92/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | — | 902815 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Nothing OS 3.2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 164.0×78.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 185 g | |
| Price | — | $261 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro and the Nokia C21 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (51/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (39/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (92/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro?
The Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 34 points (39/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro?
The Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.