Nokia C21 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 66/100 vs 5/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Nokia C21
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (67/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 61 points higher (66/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (56/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2800202 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $1299 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (67/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (45/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (56/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 61 points (66/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (67/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.