Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Meizu 21 Note
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1299 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 64/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 1,757,044); the Meizu 21 Note is noticeably lighter (205g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Meizu 21 Note
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $1299
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Meizu 21 Note, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (97/100 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Meizu 21 Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $380 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Meizu 21 Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 Note by 95.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $919. Meizu 21 Note was $919 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (97/100 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Note — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Meizu 21 Note — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users.