Meizu 21 Pro vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $700 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 71/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5050); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 Pro is noticeably lighter (208g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Pro
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $999
- Better portability (55/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Pro vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 14 points higher (85/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Meizu 21 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Pro | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1368x3192 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1250 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Pro and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Meizu 21 Pro by 22.6% 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 Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (92/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and the Meizu 21 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (55/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Pro and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Meizu 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Pro over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.