Meizu 18 Pro vs Realme GT Neo2: A Detailed Comparison of Snapdragon Powerhouses
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Realme GT Neo2 offers a more compelling package. Its 65W charging, achieving a full charge in just 36 minutes, significantly outperforms the Meizu 18 Pro’s 40W charging. While the Meizu boasts the more powerful Snapdragon 888, the 870 in the GT Neo2 provides excellent performance with potentially better sustained performance due to thermal advantages.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Meizu 18 Pro | Realme GT Neo2 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| - | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, March 03. Released 2021, March 08 | 2021, September 22 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2021, September 28 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 162.5 x 73 x 8.1 mm (6.40 x 2.87 x 0.32 in) | 162.9 x 75.8 x 9 mm (6.41 x 2.98 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 189 g (6.67 oz) | 199.8 g (7.05 oz) |
| Waterproof | - | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~526 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~398 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 107.6 cm2 (~90.7% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.62 inches, 105.8 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 420 nits (typ), 1300 nits (peak) | AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Kryo 585 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 585 & 4x1.80 GHz Kryo 585) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) | Qualcomm SM8250-AC Snapdragon 870 5G (7 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 660 | Adreno 650 |
| OS | Android 11, Flyme 9 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.31", 1.2µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 8 MP f/2.4, 79mm (telephoto), 1/4.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, 3x optical zoom 32 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, 130˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, f/1.4, (depth) | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.73", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.3, 16mm, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Video | 8K, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p; gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 44 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/2.65”, 0.7µm | 16 MP, f/2.5, 26mm (wide), 1/3.09", 1.0µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 40W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 40% in 15 min, 100% in 50 min 40W wireless 10W reverse wireless | 65W wired, 100% in 36 min |
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Blue, White, Gray | Neo Black, Neo Blue, Neo Green |
| Models | - | RMX3370 |
| Price | About 640 EUR | About 980 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 111h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -25.1 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 726039 (v9) GeekBench: 3185 (v5.1) GFXBench: 49fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Meizu 18 Pro
- More powerful Snapdragon 888 processor
- Wireless charging support (40W)
- Reverse wireless charging support (10W)
- Potentially more premium build quality
- Slower charging speed (40W wired)
- Potential for thermal throttling under sustained load
- Likely higher price point
Realme GT Neo2
- Significantly faster charging (65W wired)
- Brighter display (659 nits)
- More efficient Snapdragon 870 processor
- Generally lower price
- No wireless charging support
- Less powerful processor compared to the 888
Display Comparison
The Realme GT Neo2 boasts a brighter display, reaching a measured 659 nits, compared to an unspecified brightness for the Meizu 18 Pro. While both displays have an 'infinite' contrast ratio (typical for OLED panels), the GT Neo2’s higher peak brightness translates to better visibility in direct sunlight. The Meizu 18 Pro’s display quality is likely excellent, given Meizu’s history, but the Realme has a clear advantage in raw luminance. We lack PWM frequency data for both, making it difficult to assess flicker-related eye strain potential.
Camera Comparison
Both devices feature capable camera systems, but detailed sensor information is lacking. The absence of specific details prevents a thorough analysis. We can assume both phones offer standard photo and video capabilities. Without knowing the main sensor resolution, aperture, or the presence of OIS, it’s difficult to declare a clear winner. The Realme GT Neo2’s camera system is likely tuned for vibrant, social media-ready images, while Meizu typically aims for more natural color reproduction. The lack of information on secondary sensors (ultrawide, macro) makes a comprehensive comparison impossible.
Performance
The Meizu 18 Pro’s Snapdragon 888 (5nm) offers a theoretical performance advantage over the Realme GT Neo2’s Snapdragon 870 (7nm). The 888’s Cortex-X1 prime core, clocked at 2.84 GHz, is faster than the 870’s Kryo 585 prime core at 3.2 GHz. However, the 870’s more efficient 7nm process and larger die area often result in better sustained performance under heavy load, mitigating the raw clock speed difference. Both phones utilize octa-core CPUs with similar mid and efficiency core configurations. The Meizu 18 Pro’s GPU will deliver higher peak graphics performance, but the GT Neo2’s 870 is no slouch, and its thermal profile may allow for more consistent frame rates during extended gaming sessions.
Battery Life
Both phones achieve an endurance rating of 111 hours, suggesting similar real-world battery life despite the Meizu 18 Pro’s unspecified battery capacity. However, the charging speeds are drastically different. The Realme GT Neo2’s 65W wired charging can fully charge the device in just 36 minutes, a significant advantage over the Meizu 18 Pro’s 40W charging, which takes 50 minutes to reach 100%. The Meizu 18 Pro also offers 40W wireless charging and 10W reverse wireless charging, features absent on the GT Neo2. This makes the Meizu more versatile for wireless charging users, but the GT Neo2’s wired charging speed is a game-changer for those who prioritize quick top-ups.
Buying Guide
Buy the Meizu 18 Pro if you prioritize a more premium build quality, a compact form factor, and absolutely need the peak performance offered by the Snapdragon 888, even if it comes with potential thermal throttling. Buy the Realme GT Neo2 if you value fast charging, a brighter display, and a more balanced overall experience at a significantly lower price point. The GT Neo2 is ideal for gamers and power users who want excellent performance without breaking the bank.