Apple iPhone 17 vs Meizu 21 Note
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, 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 Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 64/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Note has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,757,044); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Meizu 21 Note
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 5311
- Lighter: 177g vs 205g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $799
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Meizu 21 Note, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 12 points higher (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note leads (58/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, 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 Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (58/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (73/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Meizu 21 Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $380 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Meizu 21 Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Meizu 21 Note by 22.7% 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 Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (58/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (73/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Note — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Meizu 21 Note — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users.