Nokia C21 vs Redmi K90 Max
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 67/100 vs 5/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 227g).
Nokia C21
Redmi K90 Max
- Lighter: 195g vs 227g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 16/100)
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (75/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 62 points higher (67/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 16/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (75/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3803420 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8550 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 227 g | |
| Price | — | $504 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (82/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (77/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (56/100 vs 16/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (75/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 62 points (67/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (82/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.