Meizu 21 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Meizu 21 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4800); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,345,563); the Meizu 21 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu 21
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Meizu 21 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 235g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu 21 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (61/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu 21 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| 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 | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Meizu 21
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu 21
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu 21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu 21 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Meizu 21 by 53.1% 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Meizu 21 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 (92/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu 21 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (61/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu 21 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu 21 by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu 21 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu 21 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu 21 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Meizu 21 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Meizu 21 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.