Meizu 21 Pro vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $700 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 71/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Pro
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $730
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Pro vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (95/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Pro | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1368x3192 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1250 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 208 g | — | |
| Launch price | $700 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Pro and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 Pro by 37.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Meizu 21 Pro was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (90/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (95/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro by 22 points (93/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Pro and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Pro over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.