Meizu 21 Pro vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max

The Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $700 and $300. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5050); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 2,345,563).

Both devices scored the same rating of 71/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Meizu 21 Pro

Performance 82
Display 89
Camera 46
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 56

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

Performance 89
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 80
Portability 45
Value for money 80

What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?

  • Lighter: 208g vs 219g

  • Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
  • Better portability (55/100 vs 45/100)

What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 2345563
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2203
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 6511
  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5050 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $700

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 82/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)

Comparison verdict

The Meizu 21 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. Value score: Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; 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 Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).

Meizu 21 Pro: The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max: The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Meizu 21 Pro Redmi Turbo 5 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
AnTuTu 2345563 2726802
Geekbench Single 2203 2725
Geekbench Multi 6511 8932
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1368x3192 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Flyme AIOS 2 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1250 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 208 g 219 g
Launch price $700 $300

Camera comparison

Meizu 21 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Display comparison

Meizu 21 Pro

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1368x3192
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Battery and charging

Meizu 21 Pro

  • 5050 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Meizu 21 Pro and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Meizu 21 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
71/100
2345563 AnTuTu
Redmi Turbo 5 Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500s
71/100 +14.0%
2726802 AnTuTu

Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Meizu 21 Pro by 14.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Meizu 21 Pro

$700

Redmi Turbo 5 Max

$300

Launch price difference: $400. Redmi Turbo 5 Max was $400 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (89/100 vs 82/100).

What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Pro and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Meizu 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Meizu 21 Pro leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 82/100).

Should you choose the Meizu 21 Pro over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?

The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.