Nokia C21 affordable smartphone (Full specs, features, and price inside)

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Summary

OS: Android 11
Release Date: February 2022
Network Type: 2G/3G/4G
Display: 6.5-inch, 720 x 1600 pixels resolution
Processor: Unisoc SC9863A
Selfie Camera: 5 MP
Rear camera: 8 MP
RAM: 3 GB
ROM: 64 GB
Battery: 3000 mAh
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Nokia C21 specification

Mobile Wireless Network and Software

2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz

4G mobile network bands: LTE.
5G mobile network bands: No
SIM Type: Nano-SIM, Single and Dual SIM options

Software / OS: Android 11 Go Edition

Design, Form Factor, Appearance

Dimensions: mm

Weight: g
Display: 6.5 inches (16.51 centimetres), 720 x 1600 pixels, 60 Hz refresh rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, IPS LCD screen, Toughened Glass protection
Colours: Grey. Blue.

Physical Build: Metal frame; plastic back cover

Internal Hardware Specs

Processor Type: 64-bit, 1.6 GHz Octa-core

Processor Name: Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
Graphics Processor: PowerVR GE8322
RAM: 2 GB. 3 GB

Internal Storage: 32 GB. 64 GB
External Storage: microSD slot (dedicated slot in dual SIM variant)

Photography, Video Recording

Main Camera: 8 MP lens, autofocus, dual LED flash, 720p@30fps video recording
Front Camera: 5 MP, fixed focus, Face Recognition, 720p@30fps video capture

Audio, Video Playback

Music Support: PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
Audio: 3.5 mm audio jack
Loudspeaker: Mono speaker

Video Support: H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
FM Radio: Yes.

Phone Sensors

Digital Compass: No.
Accelerometer: Yes.
Proximity Sensor: Yes.

Ambient Light Sensor: No.
Barometer: No.
Pedometer: No.

Heart Rate Monitor: No.
Gyroscope (G-Sensor): No.
Fingerprint Scanner: Yes; rear-mounted.

Face Unlock: Yes.
Iris Scanner: No.
Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No.

Voice Control: No.
Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes; Google Assistant.
Infra-red Sensor: No.

Connectivity Options

Bluetooth Version: 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP

WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
GPS: Yes, A-GPS, GLONASS,
USB: microUSB v2.0.

NFC: No.

Miscellaneous Specs and Features

Battery Type and Capacity: Non-Removable Lithium-Polymer 3000 mAh

Battery Charging: 5W charging
Wireless Charging: No.
Reverse Charging: No.

Model Version/Number:

Launch/Release Dates and Information

Announced: February 28, 2022

Release Date: February 2022

Nokia C21 Prices by Country

USA:

European Union: €99.00
Nigeria: ₦
Egypt: Egyptian Pound

UAE: AED
India: Indian Rupee
Iraq: Iraqi Dinar

Kenya: Ksh.
Ghana:

The above prices may change with time from country to country, as market forces and economic policies influence product price movements.

Is Nokia C21 a 4G phone?

Yes; it is.

Is Nokia C21 battery removable?

No; it is not.

Is Nokia C21 good for gaming?

Just casual gaming.

Does Nokia C21 have Google Play Store?

It supports Google Services and software applications, including Play Store and Maps, Gmail, YouTube, and others.

Will Nokia C21 work in the USA?

This is a GSM phone and is supported on US GSM carriers like AT&T and T-Mobile and other networks riding on their networks. It does not support CDMA networks. Do make enquiries from your carrier to know what bands/frequencies are supported on their service.

MobilityArena Buyer’s Guide Verdict

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