Meizu Note 21 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Meizu Note 21 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 333,647); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu Note 21 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 21
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Meizu Note 21 better?
- Overall rating 34/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1335
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 21 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (80/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 21 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 21
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 21
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 21
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu Note 21 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Meizu Note 21 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (97/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (93/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu Note 21 (80/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 21 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 21 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 21 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Meizu Note 21 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 21 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 21 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 21 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.