Meizu 21 Note vs Redmi K90 Max
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $380 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 1,757,044); the Meizu 21 Note is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $504
- Better portability (54/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 144Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Meizu 21 Note by 53.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $124. Meizu 21 Note was $124 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Note — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.