Meizu 21 Note vs Motorola Signature
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Motorola Signature (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $380 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Signature leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Note has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5200); the Motorola Signature is faster in AnTuTu (3,057,215 vs 1,757,044); the Motorola Signature is noticeably lighter (186g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Motorola Signature
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5200 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $699
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Motorola Signature better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3057215 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 5311
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Lighter: 186g vs 205g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (91/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Motorola Signature, the Motorola Signature scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature leads (91/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature leads (77/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Motorola Signature — 86/100; 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 Motorola Signature is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Motorola Signature | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3057215 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 164 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 6200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 162.1×76.4×7.0 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Motorola Signature
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Motorola Signature
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Signature
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Motorola Signature, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Signature leads Meizu 21 Note by 42.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $319. Meizu 21 Note was $319 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Signature is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (77/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Signature notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Motorola Signature?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Motorola Signature — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on camera score (91/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Motorola Signature?
The Motorola Signature leads on performance (90/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Motorola Signature?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Motorola Signature is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.