Meizu 21 Pro vs Redmi Note 17
The Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $700 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5050); the Meizu 21 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,345,563 vs 593,849); the Meizu 21 Pro is noticeably lighter (208g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Pro
Redmi Note 17
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2345563 vs 593849
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 2328
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Lighter: 208g vs 225g
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (46/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5050 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $700
- Overall rating 50/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Pro vs the Redmi Note 17, the Meizu 21 Pro scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Pro leads (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Pro leads (46/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100, Redmi Note 17 — 64/100; 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 Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (46/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Pro | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 593849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 2328 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1368x3192 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1250 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Pro and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Meizu 21 Pro leads Redmi Note 17 by 295.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $515. Redmi Note 17 was $515 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (82/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (46/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (72/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Meizu 21 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Pro and the Redmi Note 17?
The Meizu 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Meizu 21 Pro leads on camera score (46/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Meizu 21 Pro leads on performance (82/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Pro over the Redmi Note 17?
The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.