Nokia C21 vs Redmi 17C
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 5/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 13 MP.
Nokia C21
Redmi 17C
- Lighter: 195g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (40/100 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 17C, the Redmi 17C scores 20 points higher (25/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C 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 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 206 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 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 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi 17C?
The Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 20 points (25/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Redmi 17C?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Redmi 17C?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.