Meizu 21 Note vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $380 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 64/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 1,757,044); the Meizu 21 Note is noticeably lighter (205g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Faster charging: 65W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $2899
- Better display (94/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 5 points higher (69/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (54/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Meizu 21 Note by 40.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2519. Meizu 21 Note was $2519 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (94/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (52/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (63/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (54/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold edges out the Meizu 21 Note by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.