Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Meizu 21 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1299 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 71/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 Pro is noticeably lighter (208g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Meizu 21 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5050 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 80W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 208g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Meizu 21 Pro, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (80/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Meizu 21 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1368x3192 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5050 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| 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 / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Flyme AIOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1250 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Meizu 21 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 Pro by 46.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Meizu 21 Pro was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (71/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Meizu 21 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Meizu 21 Pro — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Meizu 21 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.