Apple iPhone 14 vs Meizu 21 Pro
The Apple iPhone 14 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 61/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Pro has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu 21 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,563 vs 1,413,275); the Apple iPhone 14 is noticeably lighter (172g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 14
Meizu 21 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 14 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2315 vs 2203
- Lighter: 172g vs 208g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345563 vs 1413275
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 5753
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $799
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 14 vs the Meizu 21 Pro, the Meizu 21 Pro scores 10 points higher (71/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 leads (67/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro leads (72/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 14 — 36/100, Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100; 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 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (89/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (67/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (72/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 14 | Meizu 21 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1170x2532 | 1368x3192 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 16 | Flyme AIOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1250 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 172 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 14
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 14
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1170x2532
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 14
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 14 and Meizu 21 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 Pro leads Apple iPhone 14 by 39.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Meizu 21 Pro was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (89/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (67/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 14 (72/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 14 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 14 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 14 and the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Meizu 21 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 14 or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 14 over the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 14 is a better fit for active users. The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.