Nokia C21 vs Samsung Galaxy A26
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads — 32/100 vs 5/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A26 is thinner (7.7mm vs 8.8mm).
Nokia C21
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Lighter: 195g vs 200g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 50/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A26, the Samsung Galaxy A26 scores 27 points higher (32/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (37/100 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 Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Samsung Galaxy A26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Exynos 1380 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 749719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1008 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2758 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 164.0×77.5×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 200 g | |
| Price | — | $182 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A26
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (37/100 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 Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 27 points (32/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Samsung Galaxy A26 — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Samsung Galaxy A26 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Samsung Galaxy A26?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A26 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.