Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Meizu 21 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1099 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 71/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Pro has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Meizu 21 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3895 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9988 vs 6511
- Lighter: 206g vs 208g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 3998 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Meizu 21 Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 8 points higher (79/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro leads (72/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro — 68/100, 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 Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (72/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Meizu 21 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1368x3192 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Flyme AIOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1250 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro and Meizu 21 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads Meizu 21 Pro by 8.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Meizu 21 Pro was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (94/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (72/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro edges out the Meizu 21 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Meizu 21 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.