Meizu 21 Note vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $380 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 64/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $730
- Better display (94/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (95/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | — | |
| Launch price | $380 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 Note by 52.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Meizu 21 Note was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Redmi K100 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (95/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note by 29 points (93/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.