This is a side-by-side specs comparison of the Xiaomi Redmi 6A (32GB) and Nokia C21 smartphones.
The Xiaomi Redmi 6A (32GB) features a more compact 5.45-inch display and Mediatek Helio A22 chipset.
Meanwhile, the Nokia C21 features a larger 6.5-inch display, 10W charging rate and Unisoc SC9863A chipset. It is slightly more affordable.
| Specs | Xiaomi Redmi 6A (32GB) | Nokia C21 |
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| Design and Display | ||
| Display | 5.45-inch HD+ IPS LCD Display (720 x 1440 Pixels 295 ppi) with 18:9 Aspect Ratio, 2.5D Arc Glass & Rounded Corners | 6.5-inch HD+ IPS LCD Display (720 x 1600 Pixels, 269 ppi) with 20:9 Aspect Ratio and notch |
| Size | 147.5 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm | 169.9 x 77.9 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 145 g | 195 g |
| Build | Polycarbonate | Glass front, Plastic back |
| Durability | ||
| Colors | Gray, Blue and Gold | Grey and Blue |
| Our pick: |
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Nokia C21 The Nokia C21 has a larger and sharper display. It is also has better build materials, while the Xiaomi Redmi 6A (32GB) is lighter and thinner. |
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| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio A22 | Unisoc SC9863A |
| CPU | Quad Core CPU 4x Cortex-A53 @ 2.0GHz |
Octa Core CPU 4x Cortex-A55 @ 1.6GHz & 4x Cortex-A55 @ 1.2GHz |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8300 | PowerVR GE8322 |
| RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 32GB | 32GB |
| Expansion | 256GB via microSD | 256GB via microSD |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo with MIUI 9 | Android 11 (Go Edition) |
| Our pick: |
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Nokia C21
The Nokia C21 has better performance. |
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| Cameras | ||
| Rear Camera | 13 Megapixels (f/2.2 Aperture) Phase Detection Autofocus LED Flash 1080p Video Recording |
8 Megapixels (Autofocus) LED Flash |
| Front Camera |
5 Megapixels (f/2.2 Aperture) - A.I. Beautification |
5 Megapixels with LED Flash |
| Our pick: |
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Xiaomi Redmi 6A (32GB)
Xiaomi Redmi 6A (32GB) has the more capable camera system with a higher-resolution 13MP main camera. |
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| Connectivity | ||
| Networks | 4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, 2G EDGE & GPRS Networks | 4G LTE, 3G HSPA+, 2G EDGE & GPRS Networks |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM) | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM) |
| NFC | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Infrared | ||
| Location | A-GPS | GPS with A-GPS |
| Our pick: |
Tie
Both phones offer similar connectivity. |
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| Audio and Features | ||
| USB OTG | Yes | Yes |
| USB | MicroUSB 2.0 | MicroUSB 2.0 |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Enhancement | None | None |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors |
Face Recognition Proximity Sensor & Ambient Light Sensor Compass & Accelerometer |
Face Recognition & Fingerprint Sensor Proximity Sensor & Ambient Light Sensor Compass & Accelerometer |
| Our pick: |
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Nokia C21
Based on the specs, it has a fingerprint sensor. |
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| Battery and Charging | ||
| Battery | 3000 mAh Li-ion Battery (Non-removable) | 3000 mAh Li-ion Battery (Non-removable) |
| Charging | 10W Charging Rate | |
| Our pick: |
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Nokia C21
The Nokia C21 has a faster charging. |
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| Price and Availability | ||
| Price | ₱5,990.00 - Official Price in the Philippines | ₱5,490.00 - Official Price in the Philippines |
| Release Date | June 2018 | April 6, 2022 |
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