Nokia C21 vs Redmi 15C

The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C leads — 26/100 vs 5/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.

The Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 21 points (26/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 56
Value for money 55
Redmi 15C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 40
Design 50
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C21 better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 200g

  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi 15C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Redmi 15C, the Redmi 15C scores 21 points higher (26/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 15C 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 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (40/100 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 Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C21: The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 15C: The Redmi 15C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C21 Redmi 15C
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging
Main camera 8 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition)
Brightness (peak) 810 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 200 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Nokia C21
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi 15C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi 15C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C21
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi 15C
  • 5160 mAh
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C21
Price unknown
Redmi 15C
$120
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15C notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (40/100 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 Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi 15C?

The Redmi 15C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 21 points (26/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Redmi 15C?

The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Redmi 15C — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi 15C?

The Redmi 15C leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Redmi 15C?

The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 15C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.