Nokia C31 vs Redmi Note 10S

The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 10S leads — 22/100 vs 10/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia C31 has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 10S has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 200g).

The Redmi Note 10S is noticeably better than the Nokia C31 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
Value for money 55
Redmi Note 10S
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 35
Battery 36
Design 76
Value for money 93
What makes Nokia C31 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5050 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 200g

  • Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Redmi Note 10S, the Redmi Note 10S scores 12 points higher (22/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S leads (93/100 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, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 10S: The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C31 Redmi Note 10S
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Helio G95
AnTuTu 534895
Geekbench Single 673
Geekbench Multi 1881
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 13 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm
Weight 200 g 179 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Redmi Note 10S
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi Note 10S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Redmi Note 10S
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Redmi Note 10S
$250
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, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (35/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Nokia C31 and the Redmi Note 10S are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 10S notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (76/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Redmi Note 10S?

The Redmi Note 10S is noticeably better than the Nokia C31 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Redmi Note 10S?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi Note 10S — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Redmi Note 10S?

The Redmi Note 10S leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Redmi Note 10S?

The Nokia C31 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 10S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.