Google Pixel 9 vs Meizu 21 Note
The Google Pixel 9 (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, 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 Google Pixel 9 leads — 69/100 vs 64/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Note has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4700); the Meizu 21 Note is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 1,561,427).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9
Meizu 21 Note
What makes Google Pixel 9 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 205g
- Better camera (75/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 1561427
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4900
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 27W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $799
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 vs the Meizu 21 Note, the Google Pixel 9 scores 5 points higher (69/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 leads (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note leads (58/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 — 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 Meizu 21 Note and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 | Meizu 21 Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1561427 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1850 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4900 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" Actua OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2424x1080 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 65W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 143 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×72.0×8.5 mm | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $380 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 10MP
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9
- 6.3" Actua OLED
- Resolution: 2424x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 15W
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 and Meizu 21 Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 Note leads Google Pixel 9 by 11.1% 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 Meizu 21 Note and the Google Pixel 9 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (75/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Google Pixel 9 edges out the Meizu 21 Note by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 and the Meizu 21 Note?
The Google Pixel 9 has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Meizu 21 Note — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 or the Meizu 21 Note?
The Google Pixel 9 leads on camera score (75/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 over the Meizu 21 Note?
The Google Pixel 9 is a better fit for active users. The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users.