Nokia C21 vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 5/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Tecno Pova Curve is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.8mm).
Nokia C21
Tecno Pova Curve
- Overall rating 5/100
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 195g
- Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 32 points higher (37/100 vs 5/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Nokia C21 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 189 g | |
| Price | — | $219 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Nokia C21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Nokia C21 are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (49/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 32 points (37/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 5/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Tecno Pova Curve leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.