Nokia C21 vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 21/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 249g).
Nokia C21
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Lighter: 195g vs 249g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 52 points higher (73/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Tecno Phantom V Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 5750 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (79/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (68/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 52 points (73/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.