Meizu 21 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 223g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | — | $840 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Meizu 21 by 57.3% 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 Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.