Meizu 21 Note vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $380 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $469
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 Note by 32.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $89. Meizu 21 Note was $89 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (77/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Meizu 21 Note by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.