Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus
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Honor Magic4 Lite
Starting at
£130.00
Nokia C21 Plus
Starting at
£102.00What's the difference between the Honor Magic4 Lite and Nokia C21 Plus?
Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Nokia C21 Plus starts at £102, £28 less than the Honor Magic4 Lite.
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- Chipset: Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) on the Honor Magic4 Lite, Unisoc SC9863A on the Nokia C21 Plus.
- The Honor Magic4 Lite has more RAM: 6 GB vs 2 GB.
- Battery: 4800 mAh on the Honor Magic4 Lite, 4000 mAh, 5050 mAh on the Nokia C21 Plus.
Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus specs
The Honor Magic4 Lite and Nokia C21 Plus both come from 2022 and run Android. The Honor Magic4 Lite suits users who want a larger, sharper screen with higher resolution and more powerful processing, supported by 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Its cameras capture more detail, and it supports 5G for faster mobile networks. The Nokia C21 Plus fits those looking for a lighter phone with a smaller screen and longer battery capacity. It offers expandable storage through microSDXC, a single SIM option, and 4G connectivity, making it practical for everyday use with simpler multitasking and basic photography needs.
Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus price
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Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus battery life and software updates
Durability covers battery capacity and operating system. These affect how long the device lasts on a charge and the user experience over time.
Battery Capacity
The Honor Magic4 Lite has a 4800 mAh battery, which offers strong endurance for daily use. The Nokia C21 Plus comes with two battery options, 4000 mAh and 5050 mAh, with the larger capacity suiting users who prioritise longer use between charges.
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Both devices run Android, providing access to a wide range of apps and services.
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Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus performance
Performance affects how smoothly the phone runs apps, handles multitasking and stores data. These differences matter depending on what you use the phone for.
Processor and RAM
The Honor Magic4 Lite uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G chipset with 6 GB of RAM, making it well suited for more demanding apps and smoother multitasking. The Nokia C21 Plus has a Unisoc SC9863A chipset paired with 2 GB of RAM, which supports everyday tasks and simpler app use.
Storage Capacity
The Honor Magic4 Lite offers 128 GB of built-in storage, good for storing many apps, photos and media. The Nokia C21 Plus comes with 32 GB of storage, which suits users who keep fewer files on their device or rely on external storage options.
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Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus screen
Screen quality covers size, resolution and type. These factors influence how comfortable the device is for viewing content and how sharp images and text appear.
Screen Size and Resolution
The Honor Magic4 Lite features a 6.81 inch IPS LCD screen with a resolution of 1080 by 2388 pixels. This provides a large, sharp display suitable for watching videos and detailed browsing. The Nokia C21 Plus has a smaller 6 inch IPS LCD screen with a 720 by 1600 pixel resolution, which is comfortable for everyday use and basic media viewing.
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Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus camera
Audiovisual features include cameras that capture photos and videos. Different megapixel counts affect image detail and quality.
Front Camera Resolution
The Honor Magic4 Lite has a 16 megapixel front camera, which is well suited for detailed selfies and video calls. The Nokia C21 Plus has a 5 megapixel front camera, suitable for straightforward video chats and casual self-portraits.
Main Camera Resolution
With a 48 megapixel main camera, the Honor Magic4 Lite is designed to capture high detail in photos. The Nokia C21 Plus has a 13 megapixel main camera, which supports everyday photography needs and basic photo quality.
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Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus size and design
Miscellaneous features include network compatibility, physical size, SIM options and expandable storage. These impact connectivity and how you use the phone day to day.
Mobile Network and SIM
The Honor Magic4 Lite supports 5G networks and has dual physical SIM slots, which suits those needing fast data speeds and dual line use. The Nokia C21 Plus supports 4G networks with a single physical SIM slot, fitting users with simpler network needs.
Weight and Dimensions
The Honor Magic4 Lite weighs 189 g and measures 166 mm tall, 75.8 mm wide and 8 mm deep, offering a larger but heavier device. The Nokia C21 Plus is lighter at 100 g, with a height of 164.8 mm, width of 75.9 mm and depth of 8.6 mm, making it easier to carry and handle.
Storage Expansion
The Nokia C21 Plus supports microSDXC cards, allowing you to expand storage easily. The Honor Magic4 Lite does not have an SD card slot, so storage is fixed at the built-in capacity.
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Honor Magic4 Lite or Nokia C21 Plus: which should you buy?
Buy the Honor Magic4 Lite if
- you want more RAM (6 GB vs 2 GB)
- you want a bigger screen (6.81 inch vs 6 inch)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (48 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
Buy the Nokia C21 Plus if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £102, £28 less than the Honor Magic4 Lite
- you want a lighter build (100 g vs 189 g)
- you want a memory card slot
Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus FAQs
Honor Magic4 Lite vs Nokia C21 Plus comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) on the Honor Magic4 Lite, Unisoc SC9863A on the Nokia C21 Plus. The Honor Magic4 Lite has more RAM: 6 GB vs 2 GB.
The Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper refurbished, from £102 compared with £130 for the Honor Magic4 Lite.
The Honor Magic4 Lite has 4800 mAh and the Nokia C21 Plus has 4000 mAh, 5050 mAh.
The Honor Magic4 Lite has a higher-resolution main camera: 48 megapixels vs 13 megapixels.
Refurbished, the Honor Magic4 Lite comes in 128GB, and the Nokia C21 Plus in 32GB.
