The verdict
Your pick: Meizu 18, ahead on Camera.
| Category | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 8.4 | 8.4 |
| Performance & hardware | 6.7 | 6.6 |
| Camera | 7.1 | 8.1 |
| Connectivity | 7.2 | 7.0 |
| Battery & charging | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| Processor Process Size | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 660 | Qualcomm Adreno 660 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 3 GHz Best value | 2.84 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 900,800 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 1 Cortex-X1 at 3.0 GHz, 3 Cortex-A78 cores at 2.42 GHz, and 4 Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with Cortex-X1, Cortex-A78, and Cortex-A55 cores. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | — |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 | — |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | — |
Design
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Blue, White, Silver, Multicolor, Pink, Purple | Blue, White, Aurora |
| Body Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Body Width | 69.2 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Body Height | 152.4 mm | 152.4 mm |
| Weight | 162 g | 162 g |
| Usable Surface | 88.9 % | 88.9 % |
| Body Materials | Glass | — |
Battery
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 4,000 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Po |
| Fast Charge Power | 36 W | 36 W |
| Battery Features | Non-Removable, Fast Charging, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator | Fast Charging |
Display
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED | Super AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,300 nits | 1,300 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.2″ | 6.2″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,440 px | 1,440 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 3,200 px | 3,200 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 563 ppi | 563 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 360 Hz | — |
| Display Features | HDR10+, Hole-Punch Notch, DC Dimming, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Curved Glass, Dual-Edge Display, Frameless, Scratch Resistant | HDR10+, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Under Display | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass |
Software
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 11 | Android 11 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 11 | 11 |
Connectivity
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 2G CDMA BC0, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78, 5G NR n79 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/6E |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC |
| Connectivity Features | NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | NFC, USB Type-C |
| USB Version | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| Max. download speed | 7,500 Mbps | — |
| Max. upload speed | 3,000 Mbps | — |
Audio
| Specification | 18s | 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers |