Nokia C21 vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 60/100 vs 5/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Nokia C21
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 55 points higher (60/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (61/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2876004 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $350 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (61/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (72/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (56/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 55 points (60/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (61/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.