Meizu 21 Note vs Vivo X500
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $380 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 64/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Vivo X500
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $820
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 25 points higher (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Vivo X500 — 92/100; 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 X500 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Meizu 21 Note by 55.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $440. Meizu 21 Note was $440 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 94/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (84/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Vivo X500 are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note by 25 points (89/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Vivo X500?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Vivo X500?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.