Meizu 21 vs Motorola Edge 70 Max
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Motorola Edge 70 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads — 75/100 vs 68/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Max has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Motorola Edge 70 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,073,131 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 221g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Motorola Edge 70 Max
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 221g
- Better camera (55/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3073131 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Motorola Edge 70 Max, the Motorola Edge 70 Max scores 7 points higher (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 leads (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (61/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Motorola Edge 70 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3073131 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 7000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 164.0×77.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 221 g | |
| Launch price | — | $500 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge 70 Max
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Motorola Edge 70 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Max leads Meizu 21 by 23.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu 21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (55/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 70 Max (61/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max edges out the Meizu 21 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Meizu 21 leads on camera score (55/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Motorola Edge 70 Max?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Motorola Edge 70 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.