Meizu 20 Classic vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Meizu 20 Classic (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4700); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,757,044); the Meizu 20 Classic is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 20 Classic
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Meizu 20 Classic better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 20 Classic vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 20 Classic notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (65/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 20 Classic | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×73.5×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 20 Classic
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 20 Classic
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 20 Classic
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 20 Classic and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Meizu 20 Classic by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu 20 Classic
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 20 Classic is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic (89/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 20 Classic notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (65/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 20 Classic or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 20 Classic by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 20 Classic and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Meizu 20 Classic has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 20 Classic or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 20 Classic or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 20 Classic over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Meizu 20 Classic is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.