Nokia C21 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 21/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Nokia C21 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 55 points higher (76/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (99/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (99/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Nokia C21 (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (53/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 55 points (76/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.