After an exclusive launch in China earlier this year, Meizu is bringing its latest models, the Notes 21 and Note 21 Pro, on the international market. Joining them is the Meizu 21, previously announced for the domestic market. Here's an overview of what these mid-range contenders have to offer.
Meizu 21, Note 21, and Note 21 Pro to launch in Global version
Both Note 21 models come with large IPS LCD display with FHD+ resolution. The The standard Note 21 offers a 6,74-inch panel with a 90Hz refresh rate, while the Pro steps up to a 6,78-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate. For selfies, the Note 21 has an 8MP camera, while the Pro features a 13MP sensor.
On the back, the camera setups differ slightly. The The standard Note 21 features a 50MP main sensor paired with a 2MP depth sensor. The The Note 21 Pro gets a 64MP main sensor and the same 2MP depth sensor.
Meizu hasn't yet revealed the specific eight-core chipset that powers the standard Note 21. The Pro is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99, a processor typically found in budget phones. Both phones come with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal memory, expandable via microSD cards.
Despite Meizu's recent focus on artificial intelligence, there's no mention of AI features on either phone. Software details are also scarce, but it's safe to assume both will run on FlymeOS by Meizu.
As for the batteries, the Note 21 boasts a 6000mAh battery combined with a recharge from 18W, prioritizing longevity over speed. The Note 21 Pro opts for a smaller 4950mAh battery and with a 30W faster charging.
Speaking of the Meizu 21, is built around a 6,55-inch FHD+ OLED display and with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1,74mm thin symmetrical bezels. Under the hood, the Meizu 21 has the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 4.0 storage and a battery 4800mAh and recharge from 80W. Comes pre-installed with Android 14 with Flyme 10.5.
On the back, the Meizu features a main sensor from 200 megapixel assisted by OIS, a lens 13 megapixel ultra-wide angle and a 5 megapixel depth sensor. For selfies, it has a front 32 megapixel camera. Other notable features include a Smart RGB-LED ring on the back, an under-display ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, an IR emitter, dual speakers, and an IP54-certified chassis.
Prices and availability
Currently, Meizu has not revealed specific pricing or launch dates. The company promises more details soon. Color options include Gulf Blue, Diamond Black and Ivory for the Note 21, and Bay Blue, Sandstone and Marble for the Pro. The Meizu 21, on the other hand, will be available in Black, Purple, Green and White.
