Meizu 21 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25+
The Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $700 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the Meizu 21 Pro has the bigger battery (5050 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 2,345,563); the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Pro
Samsung Galaxy S25+
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 5050 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $999
- Better camera (46/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 6511
- Lighter: 190g vs 208g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
The Meizu 21 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro leads (72/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100, Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 52/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (72/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (72/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Pro | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3219688 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1368x3192 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1250 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Meizu 21 Pro by 27.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Meizu 21 Pro was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (72/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (72/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (92/100 vs 82/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Meizu 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Meizu 21 Pro leads on camera score (46/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy S25+?
The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.