Meizu 18x
$350
Overview
Meizu 18x is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2021 with a 6.67-inch OLED, Snapdragon 870 chipset, 64 main camera, and 4300 mAh battery.
Priced at $350, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Meizu 18x
The display of Meizu 18x measures 6.67 inches with OLED technology and 120Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2400 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Meizu 18x features 3 rear cameras: 64 main, 8MP ultrawide, 8MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 3x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Meizu 18x has 4300mAh capacity with 30 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 30. A full charge takes approximately 80 min minutes.
The performance of Meizu 18x is powered by the Snapdragon 870 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 650 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1020 single-core and 3400 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 814600.
The memory of Meizu 18x offers 12GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 3.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Meizu 18x includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.2.
The build of Meizu 18x weighs 189g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP53. Dimensions measure 165.1 x 76.4 x 8 mm.
The software of Meizu 18x runs Android 11, Flyme 9.2 with Flyme. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meizu 18x
Yes, Meizu 18x is good for photography with its 64 camera. It handles everyday photography well with solid detail and color accuracy.
Yes, Meizu 18x is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 870 chipset and 120Hz display. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Meizu 18x receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Meizu 18x supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Meizu 18x has IP53 protection against dust and water.
Meizu 18x has a 4300mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Meizu 18x at $350 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 870. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Meizu 18x supports 30 wired charging with full charge in approximately 80 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 30.
Meizu 18x is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Meizu 18x has a 6.67-inch OLED with 120Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The Meizu 18x delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. The phone excels in versatile camera system, smooth 120Hz display. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.67"
Main Camera
64
Chipset
Snapdragon 870
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2021 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $349.29 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 165.1 x 76.4 x 8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 189 |
| Build Materials | Glass |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Light Blue", "White", "Gray"] |
| IP Rating | IP53 |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6.67 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 395 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 85 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 240 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 1440 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v6 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | Gorilla Glass 5 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 11, Flyme 9.2 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 870 |
| CPU | 1x Cortex A77 3.20 GHz + 3x Cortex A77 2.4 GHz + 4x Cortex A55 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 650 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 15 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 480 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X55 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1020 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3400 |
| AnTuTu Score | 814600 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 12GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 3.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 3.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 3 |
| Main Sensor | 64 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.97" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung ISOCELL S5KGW3 |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 26mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8µm |
| Ultrawide | 8MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 8MP, 3x optical zoom |
| Macro | 2 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265, HEVC |
| Slow Motion | 960 |
| Video Stabilization | OIS + EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.1" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Hi-Res Audio certified |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Optical) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2 |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4300 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 30 |
| Wired Standard | PD3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 40 min |
| Full Charge Time | 80 min |
| Wireless Charging | 30 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | 5 |
| Reverse Wired | 10 |
| Charger in Box | 30 |
| Battery Health Features | Adaptive Charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 11, Flyme 9.2 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Flyme |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | app privacy dashboard |
| Accessibility | screen reader, magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, SIM tool, Case |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Meizu 18x Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Meizu 18x covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate
- + Powerful Snapdragon 870 chipset for smooth performance
- - Battery life could be better
- - Limited water resistance