Apple iPhone 14 vs Meizu 21 Note
The Apple iPhone 14 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 Note leads — 64/100 vs 61/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Note has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu 21 Note is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone 14 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14
Meizu 21 Note
What makes Apple iPhone 14 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2315 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5753 vs 5311
- Lighter: 172g vs 205g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1413275
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 vs the Meizu 21 Note, the Meizu 21 Note scores 3 points higher (64/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 leads (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note leads (58/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 — 36/100, Meizu 21 Note — 58/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Apple iPhone 14 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (58/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 | Meizu 21 Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $380 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 and Meizu 21 Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 Note leads Apple iPhone 14 by 19.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $419. Meizu 21 Note was $419 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Apple iPhone 14 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (58/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Meizu 21 Note edges out the Apple iPhone 14 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 and the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 14 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Meizu 21 Note — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 14 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 over the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for active users. The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users.