Meizu 21 Note vs Redmi K90
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $380 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 64/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Redmi K90
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $401
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 58/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 12 points higher (76/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Meizu 21 Note by 42.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Meizu 21 Note was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 and the Meizu 21 Note are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Note — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Redmi K90?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Redmi K90?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.