Nokia C21 vs Realme C65 4G
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C65 4G leads — 27/100 vs 5/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C65 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme C65 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Realme C65 4G is thinner (7.6mm vs 8.8mm).
Nokia C21
Realme C65 4G
- Overall rating 5/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 195g
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Realme C65 4G, the Realme C65 4G scores 22 points higher (27/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 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 Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Realme C65 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| 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 14, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 625 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 164.6×76.1×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 185 g | |
| Price | — | $125 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme C65 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C65 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C65 4G
- 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 C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C65 4G is a bit better (68/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Realme C65 4G?
The Realme C65 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 22 points (27/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Realme C65 4G?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Realme C65 4G — 27/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Realme C65 4G?
The Realme C65 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Realme C65 4G?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C65 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.