Google Pixel 7a vs Meizu M3 Note

The Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10; estimated prices are $180 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 7a leads — 38/100 vs 11/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 7a has the bigger battery (4385 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Google Pixel 7a is faster in AnTuTu (1,194,673 vs 60,000); the Google Pixel 7a has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 193g).

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 27 points (38/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 7a
Performance 12
Display 50
Camera 67
Battery 22
Design 58
Value for money 97
Meizu M3 Note
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 96
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1194673 vs 60000
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1459 vs 140
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3451 vs 590
  • Bigger battery: 4385 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (12/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (22/100 vs 14/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 193g
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $180

  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 97/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 7a vs the Meizu M3 Note, the Google Pixel 7a scores 27 points higher (38/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a leads (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (67/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Google Pixel 7a: The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 7a Meizu M3 Note
Processor Google Tensor G2 MediaTek Helio P10
AnTuTu 1194673 60000
Geekbench Single 1459 140
Geekbench Multi 3451 590
Display 6.1" OLED 5.5" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 4385 mAh 4100 mAh
Charging 18W
Wireless charging 5W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 64 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 2GB / 3GB
Storage 128GB 16GB / 32GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm
Weight 193 g 163 g
Price $180 $150
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 13MP
67
camera
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 7a
  • 6.1" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 7a
  • 4385 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless: 5W
22
battery
Meizu M3 Note
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 7a and Meizu M3 Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 7a Google Tensor G2
38/100
1194673 AnTuTu
Meizu M3 Note MediaTek Helio P10
11/100 -1891.1%
60000 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 7a leads Meizu M3 Note by 1891.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 7a
$180
Meizu M3 Note
$150

Price difference: $30. Meizu M3 Note is cheaper by $30.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (67/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 7a is a bit better (22/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (96/100 vs 58/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 7a or the Meizu M3 Note?

The Google Pixel 7a significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 27 points (38/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 7a and the Meizu M3 Note?

The Google Pixel 7a has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Meizu M3 Note — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 7a or the Meizu M3 Note?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on camera score (67/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 7a or the Meizu M3 Note?

The Google Pixel 7a leads on performance (12/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 7a over the Meizu M3 Note?

The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.