Meizu 21 Note vs Poco X8 Pro
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $380 and $350. Both devices score the same overall rating of 64/100. Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,085,754 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1555
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2085754 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 65W
- Lighter: 196g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $380
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
The Meizu 21 Note and the Poco X8 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 64/100. Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Poco X8 Pro — 62/100; 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 and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 2085754 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 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
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Meizu 21 Note by 15.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Poco X8 Pro was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (60/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Poco X8 Pro?
Both devices scored 64/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Poco X8 Pro (77/100 vs 76/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.