Nokia C21 vs Vivo X500
The Nokia C21 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 21/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C21 doesn't; the Nokia C21 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C21
Vivo X500
What makes Nokia C21 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 211g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C21 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 68 points higher (89/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (94/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (84/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C21 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 (Go edition) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 169.9×77.9×8.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C21
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C21
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (94/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 (84/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C21 and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Nokia C21 by 68 points (89/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C21 and the Vivo X500?
The Nokia C21 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C21 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.