Nokia C21 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 5/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Nokia C21
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 57 points higher (62/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $469 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (77/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 57 points (62/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.