Meizu 21 vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 68/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 22 points higher (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (81/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Meizu 21 by 53.2% 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 Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (87/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (81/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 by 22 points (90/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.