Meizu Note 21 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Meizu Note 21 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 45/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 554,590).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 21 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Meizu Note 21 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 30W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 21 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 44 points higher (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (94/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (84/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 21 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 21 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 21 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 21 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu Note 21 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Meizu Note 21 Pro by 85.9% 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 X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (96/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (94/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro (84/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 21 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 Pro by 44 points (89/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 21 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Meizu Note 21 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 21 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 21 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 21 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.