Nokia C21 vs Tecno Pova 6
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Pova 6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 6 leads — 36/100 vs 5/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 6 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 6 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't.
Nokia C21
Tecno Pova 6
- Lighter: 195g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Tecno Pova 6, the Tecno Pova 6 scores 31 points higher (36/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (58/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Tecno Pova 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 70W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 14, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 166.2×76.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 206 g | |
| Price | — | $200 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova 6
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova 6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 6
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- 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 Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (58/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Tecno Pova 6 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 31 points (36/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Tecno Pova 6?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Tecno Pova 6 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Pova 6?
The Tecno Pova 6 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Tecno Pova 6?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova 6 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.