Google Pixel 11a vs Meizu 21
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 leads — 68/100 vs 65/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Meizu 21 is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,563 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Meizu 21
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345563 vs 1933536
- Faster charging: 80W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (55/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Meizu 21, the Meizu 21 scores 3 points higher (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 leads (55/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (55/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Meizu 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 2345563 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.5" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | — | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Meizu 21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 leads Google Pixel 11a by 17.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (55/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Meizu 21?
The Meizu 21 edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Meizu 21?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Meizu 21 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Meizu 21?
The Meizu 21 leads on camera score (55/100 vs 36/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Meizu 21?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users.