Nokia C21 vs Poco C85 4G
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Poco C85 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco C85 4G leads — 32/100 vs 5/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Poco C85 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco C85 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.
Nokia C21
Poco C85 4G
- Lighter: 195g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Poco C85 4G, the Poco C85 4G scores 27 points higher (32/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Poco C85 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 810 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 205 g | |
| Price | — | $92 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco C85 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Poco C85 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco C85 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (48/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Poco C85 4G?
The Poco C85 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 27 points (32/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Poco C85 4G?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Poco C85 4G — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Poco C85 4G?
The Poco C85 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Poco C85 4G?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco C85 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.