Meizu 21 Pro Launch Rumored to Rival Mi 14 Ultra, Priced at $5299
The news of Meizu possibly ceasing its traditional smartphone business in the mobile market has indeed drawn a lot of attention from users, with many consumers feeling disappointed.
Unexpectedly, following the release of Xiaomi’s Mi 14 Ultra, Meizu’s official announcement claimed that the Meizu 21 Pro could rival it.
It is important to note that the Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra is positioned as a high-end flagship for imaging, with its specifications being quite impressive and even described as radical.
Whether the Meizu 21 Pro can compete with it remains uncertain. So, without further ado, let’s quickly delve into the comparison to see the outcomes.
Firstly, let’s look at the official statement. Meizu’s representatives mentioned that after attending a competitor’s launch event, they believe that the Meizu 21 Pro incorporates many advanced AI concepts that can surpass both the Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra and the Huawei Pocket 2.
The original plan was to hold a launch event on February 29th to deliver a comprehensive performance to all fans and conclude Meizu’s era in the smartphone industry on a perfect note.
A special event for Meizu is scheduled for the evening of February 29th, where the Meizu 21 Pro is expected to be unveiled. It is indeed an exciting moment for all Meizu fans to anticipate the arrival of the new device.
However, there are speculations that the Meizu 21 Pro might only be announced during this event and not available for sale immediately. The price is set at 5299 yuan.
Moving on, the peripheral specifications of the Meizu 21 Pro are quite clear, while those of the Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra are even more detailed. Let’s continue with a brief comparison.
Starting with the display quality, the Meizu 21 Pro features a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a resolution of 3200 x 1440 pixels, along with support for ultrasonic fingerprint recognition technology.
This screen also supports a 120Hz refresh rate, high refresh rate eye protection technology, and a flat panel design, making it quite appealing.
The Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra, on the other hand, boasts a 6.73-inch OLED quad-curved screen with a resolution of 3200×1440, supporting a 1-120Hz LTPO adaptive refresh rate and 2160Hz instant touch sampling rate, along with Xiaomi’s own Crystal Glass.
In terms of core specifications, both the Meizu 21 Pro and the Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 processor, supporting a combination of LPDDR5X and USF4.0 memory.
With 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, users need not worry about performance or storage issues in their daily usage.
However, the Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra introduces a new 4000mm² dual-loop heat dissipation system, featuring an independent cooling loop for the main camera and vapor-chamber cooling, providing 3 times the traditional VC performance.
The current status of the Meizu 21 Pro’s cooling technology remains unknown, and we’ll have to wait patiently to see if it brings any surprises.
Regarding the camera specs, details about the main camera of the Meizu 21 Pro are still scarce, but there have been rumors of it featuring a periscope telephoto lens.
Even though Meizu’s camera software may not be exceptionally robust, with a powerful sensor, there is still hope for its presence in the smartphone market.
The Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra’s camera setup is impressive, equipped with a new Leica Summilux “All-Star” quad setup, including a 50MP Sony LY-900 main camera (OIS) with a 1-inch f/1.63-f/4.0 variable aperture, ADL ultra-low reflection coating, and three 50MP Sony IMX858 lenses.
From these specifications, it seems challenging for the Meizu 21 Pro to compete effectively with the Mi 14 Ultra.
Lastly, it is worth noting that the Meizu 21 Pro will also introduce satellite calling technology and come equipped with 80W wired fast charging, setting the stage for high expectations.
So, the question arises: Do you think the Meizu 21 Pro can truly go head-to-head with the Xiaomi Mi 14 Ultra? Your thoughts and discussions are welcome.
