Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Meizu 21
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 68/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (4823 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Meizu 21
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 4823 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 233g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Meizu 21, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (61/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Meizu 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Meizu 21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 by 8.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 21
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (71/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (61/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Meizu 21?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max edges out the Meizu 21 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Meizu 21?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Meizu 21 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Meizu 21?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Meizu 21?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Meizu 21?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users.