Meizu 21 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu 21 leads — 68/100 vs 66/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu 21 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 2,345,563); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (55/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 6511
- Lighter: 180g vs 198g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Meizu 21 scores 2 points higher (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 leads (55/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 leads (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (80/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Meizu 21 by 24.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Meizu 21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (52/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (80/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Meizu 21 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Meizu 21 leads on camera score (55/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.