Nokia C21 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 21/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 226g).
Nokia C21
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 195g vs 226g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 66 points higher (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (81/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3269794 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $899 |
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Nokia C21
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In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (84/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (81/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 66 points (87/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Nokia C21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.