Apple iPhone Duo vs Meizu 21 Note
The Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $1999 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Duo leads — 72/100 vs 64/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Note has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4883); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone Duo is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 1,757,044); the Meizu 21 Note is noticeably lighter (205g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Duo
Meizu 21 Note
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 5311
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4883 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $1999
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Duo vs the Meizu 21 Note, the Apple iPhone Duo scores 8 points higher (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo leads (49/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100, 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 Duo 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 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (59/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (54/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Duo | Meizu 21 Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 5311 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1878x2670 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4883 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 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 | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 254 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $380 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- 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 Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Duo and Meizu 21 Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone Duo leads Meizu 21 Note by 95.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1619. Meizu 21 Note was $1619 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Duo 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 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Duo is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone Duo and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (59/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (54/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone Duo edges out the Meizu 21 Note by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Duo and the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone Duo has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Meizu 21 Note — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone Duo leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Duo over the Meizu 21 Note?
The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users.