Overall Score
59.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#3141)59.2
Performance(#3044)62.5
Camera(#3835)42.4
Display(#2387)75.5
Battery(#3161)51.0
Build(#3976)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Meizu mblu 21
Short Review
- The Meizu mblu 21 features a sleek design available in black, blue, and white, but lacks water resistance.
- Its 6.79-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels with a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals but no HDR support.
- Powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset, it has an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with autofocus and an 8 MP front camera, suitable for casual photography but lacking advanced features like optical image stabilization.
- The 4900 mAh battery supports long usage times but does not offer fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 14, the software experience is up-to-date, though it lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, but it does not support 5G.
- The device features a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer.
- Overall, the Meizu mblu 21 presents a functional package with essential features for users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, November 27
Announced2024, November 27
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.79"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution720 x 1640 pixels (~264 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc T606 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MP1
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotUnspecified
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AFauxiliary lens
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoYes
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4900 mAh
Battery Details4900 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
DimensionsN/A
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Blue, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14
OS VersionAndroid 14
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted); unspecified sensors
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackUnspecified