Nokia C21 vs Samsung Galaxy A37
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads — 29/100 vs 5/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A37 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A37 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 195g).
Nokia C21
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Overall rating 5/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 195g
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (26/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Samsung Galaxy A37, the Samsung Galaxy A37 scores 24 points higher (29/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (26/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Samsung Galaxy A37 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Samsung Exynos 1480 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1031048 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1140 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 3346 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.5" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 180 g | |
| Price | — | $250 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A37
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (26/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (37/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (75/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 24 points (29/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Samsung Galaxy A37 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on camera score (26/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Samsung Galaxy A37?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.