Nokia C31 vs Redmi 3S

The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 3S leads — 12/100 vs 10/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4100); the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 200g).

The Redmi 3S edges out the Nokia C31 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
Redmi 3S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 100
Value for money 100
What makes Nokia C31 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4100 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 14/100)
What makes Redmi 3S better?
  • Lighter: 144g vs 200g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Redmi 3S, the Redmi 3S scores 2 points higher (12/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 leads (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (37/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 3S: The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C31 Redmi 3S
Processor Unisoc Qualcomm Snapdragon 430
AnTuTu 180440
Geekbench Single 205
Geekbench Multi 827
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 5.0" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 4100 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 16GB / 32GB
OS Android 12
NFC no no
Dimensions 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm
Weight 200 g 144 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi 3S
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi 3S
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Redmi 3S
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Redmi 3S
$120
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (37/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 3S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Redmi 3S?

The Redmi 3S edges out the Nokia C31 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Redmi 3S?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi 3S — 12/100.

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Redmi 3S?

The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 3S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.