Meizu 21 vs OnePlus 15
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
OnePlus 15
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 213g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the OnePlus 15, the OnePlus 15 scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | OnePlus 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3606149 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and OnePlus 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Meizu 21 by 35.0% 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 OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15 and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the OnePlus 15?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the OnePlus 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the OnePlus 15?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the OnePlus 15?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.