Meizu 21 Pro vs Xiaomi 17
The Meizu 21 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $700 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 71/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5050); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 2,345,563); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 208g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21 Pro
Xiaomi 17
What makes Meizu 21 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $709
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 191g vs 208g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 72/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 16 points higher (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Meizu 21 Pro — 56/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (87/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 Pro | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1368x3192 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1250 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×74.4×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1368x3192
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21 Pro
- 5050 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 Pro and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Meizu 21 Pro by 27.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Meizu 21 Pro was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu 21 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (81/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 Pro (87/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 Pro and the Xiaomi 17?
The Meizu 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 Pro over the Xiaomi 17?
The Meizu 21 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.