Meizu 21 vs Redmi K90
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 68/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Redmi K90
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 206g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 8 points higher (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | — | $401 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Meizu 21 by 23.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 21
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 edges out the Meizu 21 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Redmi K90?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Redmi K90?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.