Meizu 21 Note vs OnePlus 15
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $380 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5500); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
OnePlus 15
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $799
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 65W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, OnePlus 15 — 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 OnePlus 15 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 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Meizu 21 Note by 51.3% 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 OnePlus 15 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 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (89/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 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 OnePlus 15?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the OnePlus 15?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.