Nokia C21 vs Realme 12
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 5/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.
Nokia C21
Realme 12
- Overall rating 5/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Realme 12, the Realme 12 scores 31 points higher (36/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | $200 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- 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 Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (38/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 31 points (36/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Realme 12?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Realme 12 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Realme 12?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Realme 12?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.