Nokia C21 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 5/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 299g).
Nokia C21
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Lighter: 195g vs 299g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 39 points higher (44/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (56/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1453683 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 299 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (25/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (53/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (42/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (56/100 vs 0/100).
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 Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 39 points (44/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.