Nokia C21 vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max

The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 61/100 vs 5/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 56
Value for money 55
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Performance 58
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 80
Design 50
Value for money 89
What makes Nokia C21 better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP

  • Higher performance (58/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 56 points higher (61/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (80/100 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 Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (89/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C21: The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C21 Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 2728128
Geekbench Single 2680
Geekbench Multi 8358
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 3000 mAh 9000 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 IP68
Dimensions 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g
Price $300
Camera comparison
Nokia C21
  • Main: 8MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C21
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C21
  • 3000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C21
Price unknown
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
$300
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (58/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (80/100 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 Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (89/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 56 points (61/100 vs 5/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 61/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (58/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.