Realme V21 vs Redmi 14C
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Redmi 14C (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 14C leads — 23/100 vs 10/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 14C has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Redmi 14C
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 45/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Redmi 14C, the Redmi 14C scores 13 points higher (23/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 14C leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 14C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Redmi 14C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 204 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme V21 is a bit better (50/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 14C significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Redmi 14C?
The Redmi 14C is noticeably better than the Realme V21 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Redmi 14C?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi 14C — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Redmi 14C?
The Redmi 14C leads on camera score (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Redmi 14C?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 14C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.