Meizu 21 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $700 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 71/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5050); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 Pro is noticeably lighter (208g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $999
- Better portability (55/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 18 points higher (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (93/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" 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) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 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 | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Meizu 21 Pro by 34.9% 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 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (93/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (55/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Meizu 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.