Nokia C21 vs Realme 16T
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16T leads — 35/100 vs 5/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP.
Nokia C21
Realme 16T
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Realme 16T, the Realme 16T scores 30 points higher (35/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16T leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T 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 16T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Realme 16T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 8.9×None×None mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | — | |
| Price | — | $200 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme 16T
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 16T
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme 16T
- 8000 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 16T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16T notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (60/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Realme 16T?
The Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 30 points (35/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Realme 16T?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Realme 16T — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Realme 16T?
The Realme 16T leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Realme 16T?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 16T is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.