Nokia C21 vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 54/100 vs 5/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 195g).
Nokia C21
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Overall rating 5/100
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 162g vs 195g
- Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (15/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 49 points higher (54/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (15/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (97/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2856499 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 162 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (15/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (97/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 49 points (54/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users.