Meizu 15
$648
Overview
Meizu 15 is a premium mid-range Android smartphone released in 2018 with a 5.46-inch Super AMOLED, Snapdragon 660 chipset, 20 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $648, it targets users seeking premium mid-range performance.
Specifications of Meizu 15
The display of Meizu 15 measures 5.46 inches with Super AMOLED technology and 165Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 800 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Meizu 15 features 2 rear cameras: 20 main, 50MP ultrawide, 20MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Meizu 15 has 3000mAh capacity with 24 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 50. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Meizu 15 is powered by the Snapdragon 660 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 512 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1600 single-core and 5800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 134170.
The memory of Meizu 15 offers 4GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 4.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Meizu 15 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual or tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.2.
The build of Meizu 15 weighs 152g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP66. Dimensions measure 143 x 72 x 7.3 mm.
The software of Meizu 15 runs Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), Flyme 7.3 with Flyme. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meizu 15
Meizu 15 has a 20 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Meizu 15 with Snapdragon 660 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Meizu 15 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Meizu 15 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 15 has IP66 protection against dust and water.
Meizu 15 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Meizu 15 at $648 is a premium mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Meizu 15 supports 24 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 50.
Meizu 15 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Meizu 15 has a 5.46-inch Super AMOLED with 165Hz refresh rate and 800 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+, Dolby Vision.
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Verdict
The Meizu 15 delivers strong value for users wanting flagship-tier features at a reasonable price point. The phone excels in smooth 120Hz display. Consider this phone for flagship-level performance, if you want premium features without paying flagship prices.
Key Specifications
Display
5.46"
Main Camera
20
Chipset
Snapdragon 660
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | No 5G |
| 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 |
Launch
| Announced | 2018 |
| Status | available |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $309.29 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 143 x 72 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 152 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Infinite Black", "Ultra Violet", "Sand Storm"] |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Advanced cooling system |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | Super AMOLED |
| Size (inches) | 5.46 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 106:231 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 403 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 79 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 165 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 800 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 2160 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus 2 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), Flyme 7.3 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 660 |
| CPU | 4x Kryo 260 2.2 GHz + 4x Kryo 260 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 512 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 0.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Dual Pixel PDAF, HDR |
| Modem | Snapdragon X12 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1600 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 5800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 134170 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 4.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 20 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.3 |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony Exmor-RS |
| Main Lens | f/1.8, 24mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.55µm |
| Ultrawide | 50MP, FOV: 120° |
| Telephoto | 20MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | 5 |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 0.3 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@240fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 20 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX709 |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Cirrus Logic CS43131 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual or tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Under Display, Ultrasonic) |
| 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) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 24 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 45 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 50 |
| Wireless Standard | |
| Reverse Wireless | |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | 1100 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 7.1.2 (Nougat), Flyme 7.3 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Flyme |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App Lock, Private Space |
| Accessibility | Voice Assistant, Magnification |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, Cable, SIM tool, Case |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | B |
| 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 15 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Meizu 15 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent Super AMOLED display with 165Hz refresh rate
- + Wireless charging support
- - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks
- - Camera performance is average