Nokia C21 vs Realme C73
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C73 leads — 29/100 vs 5/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 32 MP.
Nokia C21
Realme C73
- Lighter: 195g vs 197g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 53/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 32MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 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 Realme C73, the Realme C73 scores 24 points higher (29/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 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 C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 625 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 197 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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 C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C73 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (45/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 and the Realme C73 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 24 points (29/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Realme C73?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Realme C73 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Realme C73?
The Realme C73 leads on camera score (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Realme C73?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.