{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/meizu-note-22-vs-xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T06:29:17+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Meizu Note 22 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 83 against 70 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and battery & charging. The Meizu Note 22 still wins on value for money, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Meizu Note 22 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 65,999 against PKR 174,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Meizu Note 22",
            "slug": "meizu-note-22",
            "brand": "Meizu",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/meizu/meizu-note-22/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-16-2026-11_19_33-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 65999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-05-16T06:26:29+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 37.8,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 80,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 70.2
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "May 20, 2025.",
                    "Dimensions": "165.2 × 75.5 × 8.4 mm",
                    "Weight": "217 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP65 dust and water resistance"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.78 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 × 2460 pixels (FHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD 120Hz refresh rate",
                    "Protection": "basic scratch-resistant glass"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Unisoc T8200 (6nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G57",
                    "Operating system": "Flyme AIOS 2 Android-based OS"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB / 256GB UFS storage",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50MP main sensor 2MP depth sensor HDR Panorama LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "8MP selfie camera HDR Panorama LED Flash AI camera features",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Po non-removable 6600mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "40W wired fast charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.0",
                    "NFC": "No",
                    "Sensors": "Side-mounted fingerprint sensor Accelerometer Proximity Compass",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0 OTG support"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-11-2026-10_44_16-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 174999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-11T06:07:20+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 63,
                "camera": 97,
                "battery": 95,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 87.5,
                "value": 48.7,
                "overall": 82.6
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Expected in 2026",
                    "Dimensions": "163.4 × 78.3 × 8.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "Approximately 229.5 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68-rated protection; exact Xiaomi test conditions to be confirmed"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.83 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1280 × 2772 pixels",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Dimensity 7500 — reported",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core",
                    "GPU": "Mali GPU",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 HyperOS 3"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "8GB / 12GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB UFS",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "50MP + 8MP — reported OIS, PDAF, HDR, Panorama, LED Flash",
                    "Selfie camera": "32MP",
                    "Video recording": "Up to 4K — reported"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Si/C Li-Ion (Silicon-Carbon) Battery 9210 mAh Non-removable",
                    "Wired charging": "100W wired fast charging Reverse Charging 22.5W wired"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint Sensor Under-display Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Sensor Compass Ambient Light Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max",
        "margin": 12.4,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "meizu-note-22": 37.8,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 63
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "meizu-note-22": 79,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 97
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "meizu-note-22": 80,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 95
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "meizu-note-22": 87,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "meizu-note-22": 62.5,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 87.5
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "meizu-note-22": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-17-pro-max": 48.7
                },
                "leader": "meizu-note-22"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Meizu Note 22 costs PKR 109,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max packs a 2,610 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max charges 60W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max ships with 256 GB more storage.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max uses an OLED panel while the other sticks with LCD."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Meizu Note 22 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 12.4 points. It wins on performance, camera, battery & charging, display and memory & storage. Meizu Note 22 can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Meizu Note 22 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Meizu Note 22 is listed at PKR 65,999 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max at PKR 174,999. That makes Meizu Note 22 cheaper by PKR 109,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Meizu Note 22 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Meizu Note 22 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max leads on battery. Meizu Note 22 carries a 6600 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max a 9210 mAh cell, with 40W and 100W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Meizu Note 22 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is the stronger gaming phone here. Meizu Note 22 runs the Unisoc T8200 (6nm) while Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max runs the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 — reported."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}