Nokia C21 vs Realme Neo7
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 21/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 213g).
Nokia C21
Realme Neo7
- Lighter: 195g vs 213g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 45/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Realme Neo7, the Realme Neo7 scores 46 points higher (67/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Realme Neo7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2549313 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2250 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 7315 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 213 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (84/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (68/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 46 points (67/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Realme Neo7?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Realme Neo7 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Realme Neo7?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.