Meizu 21 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Better camera (55/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 leads (55/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (55/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 by 9.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (55/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Meizu 21 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 leads on camera score (55/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.