Meizu 21 vs Vivo X500
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 68/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,345,563).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Vivo X500
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 211g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 21 points higher (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.7×75.3×7.9 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Meizu 21 by 40.3% 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 X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (87/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (84/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 is a bit better (61/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 by 21 points (89/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Vivo X500?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Vivo X500?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.