Meizu 21 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 68/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 20 points higher (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (61/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 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 | |
| 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 | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Meizu 21 by 35.8% 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 Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (90/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (61/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 by 20 points (88/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.