Meizu 21 Note vs Xiaomi 15S Pro
The Meizu 21 Note (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 15S Pro (2025) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O1; launch prices were $380 and $760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads — 84/100 vs 64/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15S Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 15S Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,998,904 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Note
Xiaomi 15S Pro
What makes Meizu 21 Note better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $760
- Better display (94/100 vs 90/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15S Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2998904 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 2746 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8431 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Note vs the Xiaomi 15S Pro, the Xiaomi 15S Pro scores 20 points higher (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (77/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Note — 58/100, Xiaomi 15S Pro — 82/100; 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 Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (77/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Note | Xiaomi 15S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Xiaomi XRING O1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 2998904 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 8431 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | — | |
| Launch price | $380 | $760 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Note
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Note
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Note and Xiaomi 15S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15S Pro leads Meizu 21 Note by 41.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $380. Meizu 21 Note was $380 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Note and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Note (77/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Note or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Note by 20 points (84/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Note and the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 15S Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Note or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Note or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro leads on performance (89/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Note over the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Meizu 21 Note is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.