Meizu 21 Note vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $380 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5500); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 219g
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $380
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 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 Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (80/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 9000 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Meizu 21 Note by 35.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $80. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $80 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 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, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (80/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max edges out the Meizu 21 Note by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.