Nokia C21
#4206
Nokia C3
#4207Category Breakdown
Nokia C21
Nokia C3
Performance
60.360.3
Camera
42.142.1
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
77.877.8
Overall
57.057.0
Summary
- The Nokia C21 features a larger 6.52-inch IPS LCD display compared to the 5.99-inch display of the Nokia C3, both offering similar resolutions but the C21 has a slightly higher pixel density due to its larger size.
- In terms of performance, both models utilize the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, but the C21 offers more RAM options, enhancing multitasking capabilities.
- The camera systems are similar with both having an 8 MP rear camera, but the C3 supports 1080p video recording, while the C21 is limited to 720p.
- The C21 has a slightly smaller 3000 mAh battery compared to the C3's 3040 mAh, but both lack fast charging.
- Build quality differs slightly, with the C21 featuring an aluminum frame versus the C3's plastic frame, contributing to a marginally heavier weight.
- Lastly, the C21 runs on Android 11 (Go edition), while the C3 operates on Android 10, providing a more updated software experience in the C21.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Nokia C21
Nokia C3
General
Release Date
2022, February 28
2020, August 04
Announced
2022, February 28
2020, August 04
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
6.52"
5.99"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU
IMG8322
IMG8322
Memory
32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
8 MP
Main Camera Details
8 MP
8 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP
5 MP, f/2.4
Video Recording
720p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
720p
720p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
3040 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 3040 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
169.9 x 77.9 x 8.8 mm (6.69 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
159.9 x 77 x 8.7 mm (6.30 x 3.03 x 0.34 in)
Weight
195 g
184.5 g
Materials
Glass front, aluminum frame, plastic back
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Dark Blue, Warm Gray
Nordic blue, Sand gold
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-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
4.2, A2DP
4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 11 (Go edition)
Android 10
OS Version
Android 11 (Go edition)
Android 10
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes