Nokia 3.1 C
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Nokia C21
#3374Category Breakdown
Nokia 3.1 C
Nokia C21
Performance
61.161.4
Camera
28.424.2
Display
56.556.5
Battery
23.424.2
Build
15.574.9
Connectivity
49.642.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
34.741.5
Summary
- The Nokia 3.1 C features a 5.45-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, while the Nokia C21 has a larger 6.52-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the 3.1 C is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 chipset, whereas the C21 uses a Unisoc SC9863A, providing different processing capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the 3.1 C supports 1080p video recording, while the C21 is limited to 720p.
- The battery capacity of the C21 is slightly higher at 3000 mAh compared to the 3.1 C's 2990 mAh, but the C21 lacks fast charging support.
- The 3.1 C runs on Android 9.0 (Pie), while the C21 operates on Android 11 (Go edition), offering a more updated software experience.
- In terms of build quality, the C21 has a glass front and aluminum frame, making it feel more premium compared to the plastic build of the 3.1 C.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia 3.1 C
Nokia C21
General
Release Date
2019
2022, February 28
Announced
2019
2022, February 28
Description
For Cricket
N/A
Display
Size
5.45"
6.52"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~295 ppi density)
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM429 Snapdragon 429 (12 nm)
Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A53
Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU
Adreno 504
IMG8322
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, AF
8 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
5 MP, f/2.2
5 MP
Front Camera Features
HDR
LED flash
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
720p@30fps
720p
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2990 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2990 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Charging Details
10W wired
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
152.7 x 71.9 x 9.4 mm (6.01 x 2.83 x 0.37 in)
169.9 x 77.9 x 8.8 mm (6.69 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight
156 g
195 g
Materials
N/A
Glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back
Colors
White
Dark Blue, Warm Gray
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.11 W/kg (head) 0.81 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
4.2, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
USB Type-C 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 9.0 (Pie)
Android 11 (Go edition)
Fingerprint
✗
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity