Meizu 21 Note vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $380 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 64/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $599
- Better portability (54/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 22 points higher (86/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (85/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Meizu 21 Note by 53.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $219. Meizu 21 Note was $219 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (94/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (85/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note by 22 points (86/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.