Meizu 21 Note vs Tecno Spark 10C
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Tecno Spark 10C (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $380 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 Note leads — 64/100 vs 21/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 Note has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Meizu 21 Note is faster in AnTuTu (1,757,044 vs 153,667); the Meizu 21 Note has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 10C doesn't; the Tecno Spark 10C is noticeably lighter (189g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Tecno Spark 10C
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1757044 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 65W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 10C better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $380
- Better portability (60/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Tecno Spark 10C, the Meizu 21 Note scores 43 points higher (64/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Note leads (76/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Note leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note leads (58/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Tecno Spark 10C — 30/100; 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 Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (76/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Tecno Spark 10C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 163.9×75.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Tecno Spark 10C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Tecno Spark 10C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Tecno Spark 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 Note leads Tecno Spark 10C by 1043.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Tecno Spark 10C was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (76/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Note notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (58/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Meizu 21 Note significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C by 43 points (64/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Tecno Spark 10C — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Meizu 21 Note leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Meizu 21 Note leads on performance (76/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Tecno Spark 10C?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users.