Overall Score
78.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#42)78.6
Performance(#26)90.1
Camera(#4)65.8
Display(#261)88.5
Battery(#859)64.5
Build(#1087)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Meizu 21
Short Review
- The Meizu 21 features a sleek design with glass front and back, an aluminum frame, and dimensions of 156.7 x 75.3 x 7.9 mm, weighing 198 grams.
- Its 6.55-inch AMOLED display offers a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ support, and a peak brightness of 1800 nits, ensuring vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, it delivers high performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system is impressive, boasting a 200 MP main sensor with OIS, alongside a 13 MP ultrawide and a 5 MP macro lens, capable of recording video in 8K.
- The 4800 mAh battery supports 80W fast charging, providing quick power replenishment.
- Running on Android 13 with Flyme 10.5, the software experience is smooth and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC.
- The device is equipped with stereo speakers for enhanced audio quality.
- Available in Black, Purple, Green, and White, it combines aesthetics with functionality.
- Overall, the Meizu 21 stands out for its robust specifications and modern features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2023, November 30
Announced2023, November 30
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.55"
TypeAMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 600 nits (typ), 1100 nits (HBM), 1800 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~393 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPUAdreno 750
Memory256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera200 MP
Main Camera Details200 MP, f/1.7, 22mm (wide), 1/1.4", PDAF, OIS13 MP, f/2.4, 15mm, 122˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.1"5 MP, f/2.4, 27mm (wide), 1/5.0"
Front Camera32 MP
Front Camera Details32 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.1"
Video Recording8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4800 mAh
Battery Details4800 mAh
Charging Details80W wired, PD3 PPS, QC4+
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions156.7 x 75.3 x 7.9 mm (6.17 x 2.96 x 0.31 in)
Weight198 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Purple, Green, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band
Bluetooth5.4, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13, Flyme 10.5
OS VersionAndroid 13, Flyme 10.5
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo