Meizu 21 vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 210g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W 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 (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| 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 | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $561 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 by 35.2% 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 Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max 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 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Meizu 21 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.