Meizu 21 Note vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $380 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 64/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5500); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $599
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100; 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 Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (98/100 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 Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (83/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Meizu 21 Note by 55.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $219. Meizu 21 Note was $219 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (98/100 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 Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (83/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Realme GT 8 Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.