Meizu 21 Note vs Realme GT 8
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $380 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 64/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Realme GT 8
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 209g
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $380
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 16 points higher (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Realme GT 8 — 94/100; 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 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Meizu 21 Note by 43.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Realme GT 8 was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (98/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (85/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Realme GT 8 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Note — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Realme GT 8?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Realme GT 8?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.