Nokia C21 vs Tecno Pop X
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pop X leads — 26/100 vs 5/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pop X has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 13 MP.
Nokia C21
Tecno Pop X
- Overall rating 5/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 195g
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Tecno Pop X, the Tecno Pop X scores 21 points higher (26/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop X leads (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (36/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 310000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 186 g | |
| Price | — | $100 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (36/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Pop X?
The Tecno Pop X significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 21 points (26/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Tecno Pop X?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Tecno Pop X — 26/100.
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Tecno Pop X?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pop X is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.