Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE
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Nokia C21 Plus
Starting at
£102.00
TCL 30 SE
Starting at
£126.00What's the difference between the Nokia C21 Plus and TCL 30 SE?
Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Refurbished, the Nokia C21 Plus starts at £102, £24 less than the TCL 30 SE.
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- Chipset: Unisoc SC9863A on the Nokia C21 Plus, Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm) on the TCL 30 SE.
- The TCL 30 SE has more RAM: 4 GB vs 2 GB.
- Battery: 4000 mAh, 5050 mAh on the Nokia C21 Plus, 5000 mAh on the TCL 30 SE.
Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE specs
The Nokia C21 Plus and TCL 30 SE are both 2022 Android phones that suit different users depending on what matters most. The TCL 30 SE offers a larger 6.5 inch screen and a more powerful main camera with 50 megapixels, making it a good choice if you enjoy taking detailed photos or watching videos on a roomy display. It also has 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of storage, which helps keep multiple apps open and provides more space for files. The Nokia C21 Plus has a lighter weight and a smaller 6 inch screen, with a simpler camera setup and 2 GB of RAM, suiting those who want a straightforward phone for everyday use and prefer something lighter to carry. Battery sizes vary slightly between the models, with the Nokia offering two capacities and the TCL a single 5000 mAh battery.
Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE price
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Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE battery life and software updates
Battery capacity is key for how long a phone lasts between charges. Weight and physical size also affect handling and portability.
Battery Capacity Options
The Nokia C21 Plus comes with either a 4000 mAh or a larger 5050 mAh battery. This range allows you to choose a model with longer battery life if you need it. The TCL 30 SE has a 5000 mAh battery, which offers a solid amount of power for daily use. If you want one of the highest capacities here, the Nokia 5050 mAh or the TCL 5000 mAh batteries fit the bill.
Weight and Size
The Nokia C21 Plus weighs 100 g, making it noticeably lighter than the TCL 30 SE, which weighs 190 g. This lighter weight may suit you if you prefer a phone that feels less bulky in your hand or pocket. The two phones are similar in height and width, with only small differences that won't affect handling significantly.
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Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE performance
Performance depends on chipset, RAM and storage. These determine how smoothly apps run and how much space you have for files and apps. The two devices offer different combinations to suit various needs.
Processor and RAM
The Nokia C21 Plus runs on the Unisoc SC9863A chipset with 2 GB of RAM, which is suitable for everyday tasks like calls, messaging and basic apps. The TCL 30 SE uses the Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 chipset and 4 GB of RAM, which can keep more apps active in the background and handle slightly heavier multitasking.
Storage Capacity
Storage options differ with the Nokia C21 Plus stocked at 32 GB and the TCL 30 SE at 64 GB. If you store many photos, apps or media files, the TCL's larger storage will give you more room before needing an SD card.
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Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE screen
Screen size and quality influence your viewing experience. Both phones have the same resolution and screen type but differ in size, which affects how much content you see at once.
Screen Size and Resolution
Both phones have a 720 by 1600 resolution IPS LCD screen, which delivers clear and consistent colours. The Nokia C21 Plus has a 6 inch screen, which is compact and easy to use with one hand. The TCL 30 SE's 6.5 inch screen offers a larger viewing area, making it better for watching videos, browsing or reading.
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Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE camera
Camera resolution affects the level of detail in your photos. Front cameras impact selfie quality and video calls. Both phones differ notably in camera megapixels.
Main Camera Detail
The Nokia C21 Plus has a 13 megapixel main camera, which captures decent everyday photos. The TCL 30 SE steps this up with a 50 megapixel main camera, allowing for much more detailed and sharper images, especially useful if you enjoy photography or want higher resolution pictures.
Front Camera Quality
For selfies and video chats, the Nokia C21 Plus offers a 5 megapixel front camera. The TCL 30 SE's front camera is 8 megapixels, which will provide clearer and more detailed front-facing photos and video calls.
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Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE size and design
Other practical features include SIM card options, network compatibility and physical dimensions. These affect how you use your phone daily and with your carrier.
SIM Card Setup
The Nokia C21 Plus uses a single physical SIM card, suiting users who only need one mobile number. The TCL 30 SE supports dual physical SIM cards, which is ideal if you want to manage two numbers or plans on one device.
Network and Expandability
Both phones are unlocked for use on any compatible 4G network and support microSDXC cards to expand storage. This makes them flexible choices for most UK carriers and allows you to increase storage as needed.
Physical Dimensions
The Nokia C21 Plus measures 164.8 mm tall, 75.9 mm wide and 8.6 mm deep. The TCL 30 SE is slightly taller at 165.2 mm, a bit narrower at 75.5 mm, and a little thicker at 8.9 mm. These small differences may slightly affect feel and pocket fit.
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Nokia C21 Plus or TCL 30 SE: which should you buy?
Buy the Nokia C21 Plus if
- you want to spend less: it starts at £102, £24 less than the TCL 30 SE
- you want a lighter build (100 g vs 190 g)
Buy the TCL 30 SE if
- you want more RAM (4 GB vs 2 GB)
- you want a higher-resolution main camera (50 megapixels vs 13 megapixels)
- you want a higher-resolution front camera (8 megapixels vs 5 megapixels)
Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE FAQs
Nokia C21 Plus vs TCL 30 SE comes down to the chipset, RAM and battery. Chipset: Unisoc SC9863A on the Nokia C21 Plus, Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm) on the TCL 30 SE. The TCL 30 SE has more RAM: 4 GB vs 2 GB.
The Nokia C21 Plus is cheaper refurbished, from £102 compared with £126 for the TCL 30 SE.
The Nokia C21 Plus has 4000 mAh, 5050 mAh and the TCL 30 SE has 5000 mAh.
The TCL 30 SE has a higher-resolution main camera: 50 megapixels vs 13 megapixels.
Refurbished, the Nokia C21 Plus comes in 32GB, and the TCL 30 SE in 64GB.
