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Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) — Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 256GB · Black
Meizu

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 · 256GB · Black

80
/ 100
From $979
VS
Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) wins by 2
Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) — Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 256GB · Black
Meizu

Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 · 256GB · Black

78
/ 100
From $779
Specdex verdict

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) lands at 80 and Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) at 78. That puts Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) if…

  • ✓Flagship chipset
  • ✓Distinctive regional design
  • ✓Competitive value

Pick Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) if…

  • ✓Flagship chipset
  • ✓Distinctive regional design
  • ✓Competitive value
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photography

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black)

Stills and video quality across lenses

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) leads on camera (80 vs 78).

Battery life

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black)

Screen-on time and charging

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) leads on battery (76 vs 74).

Performance

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black)

Chipset speed for gaming and heavy apps

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) leads on cpu (80 vs 78).

Display

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black)

Panel quality, brightness, refresh rate

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) leads on display (80 vs 78).

Value for money

Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) more score per dollar ($779 vs $979).

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) 80
vs
78 Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)

Score breakdown

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black)
80
cpu 80
gpu 78
camera 80
battery 76
display 80
design 78
Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)
78
cpu 78
gpu 76
camera 78
battery 74
display 78
design 76

Specs side-by-side

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) versus Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) — full spec comparison
Spec Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Storage
256GB
256GB
Color
Black
Black
Release year
2024
2023

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black)

Pros
  • +Flagship chipset
  • +Distinctive regional design
  • +Competitive value
Cons
  • −Limited US carrier support
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)

Pros
  • +Flagship chipset
  • +Distinctive regional design
  • +Competitive value
Cons
  • −Limited US carrier support
  • −Software skin learning curve
  • −Update support shorter than Apple/Pixel

FAQ: Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) vs Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)

Which is better, Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) or Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)? +

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) scores 80 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) worth the price? +

At $979, Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in cpu.

Is Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) worth the price? +

At $779, Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 78 — strongest in cpu.

Does Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) or Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photography, Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) or Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)? +

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) — leads on camera (80 vs 78). Stills and video quality across lenses.

Which is better for battery life, Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) or Meizu 20 Pro 256GB (Black)? +

Meizu 21 Pro 256GB (Black) — leads on battery (76 vs 74). Screen-on time and charging.