Meizu 21 Note vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $380 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 1,757,044); the Meizu 21 Note is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $899
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (94/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (96/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 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 | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Meizu 21 Note by 47.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $519. Meizu 21 Note was $519 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (94/100 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, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (96/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (81/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.