Meizu Note 21 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Meizu Note 21 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 21 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Meizu Note 21 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 21 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (99/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (78/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (85/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 21 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 21 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 21 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 21 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu Note 21 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Meizu Note 21 Pro by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 21 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (99/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (78/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (85/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 21 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 21 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Meizu Note 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 21 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 21 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 21 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.