Meizu 21 Note vs Realme 12 Pro+
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Realme 12 Pro+ (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2; launch prices were $380 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 Note leads — 64/100 vs 60/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Note has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the Meizu 21 Note is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 798,429); the Realme 12 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Realme 12 Pro+
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $400
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Realme 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 65W
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Realme 12 Pro+, the Meizu 21 Note scores 4 points higher (64/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Note leads (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ leads (67/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Realme 12 Pro+ — 48/100; 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 Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (76/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Realme 12 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 798429 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1015 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 2687 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 12 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 12 Pro+
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Realme 12 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 Note leads Realme 12 Pro+ by 120.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Meizu 21 Note was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (76/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Meizu 21 Note edges out the Realme 12 Pro+ by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Realme 12 Pro+ — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Realme 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Meizu 21 Note leads on performance (76/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users.