Meizu 21 Note vs OPPO Reno16 Pro
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the OPPO Reno16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super; launch prices were $380 and $600. By overall MobileRank rating, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 64/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the OPPO Reno16 Pro has the bigger battery (6700 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OPPO Reno16 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,079,298 vs 1,757,044); the OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
OPPO Reno16 Pro
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1555
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $600
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes OPPO Reno16 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3079298 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6700 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 94/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the OPPO Reno16 Pro, the OPPO Reno16 Pro scores 19 points higher (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro leads (94/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, OPPO Reno16 Pro — 80/100; 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 OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (95/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | OPPO Reno16 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8550 Super | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3079298 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6700 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 151.2×72.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $600 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
OPPO Reno16 Pro
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and OPPO Reno16 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OPPO Reno16 Pro leads Meizu 21 Note by 42.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Meizu 21 Note was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (95/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (94/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OPPO Reno16 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Note — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the OPPO Reno16 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The OPPO Reno16 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the OPPO Reno16 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The OPPO Reno16 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers.