Nokia C21 vs Redmi 15C 4G
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi 15C 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C 4G leads — 32/100 vs 5/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 15C 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.
Nokia C21
Redmi 15C 4G
- Lighter: 195g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 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 Redmi 15C 4G, the Redmi 15C 4G scores 27 points higher (32/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C 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 Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Redmi 15C 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 205 g | |
| Price | — | $103 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 15C 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15C 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C 4G notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (48/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi 15C 4G?
The Redmi 15C 4G significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 27 points (32/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Redmi 15C 4G?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Redmi 15C 4G — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi 15C 4G?
The Redmi 15C 4G leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Redmi 15C 4G?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 15C 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.