Google Pixel 8 vs Meizu Note 16

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Meizu Note 16 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 68/100 vs 44/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu Note 16 has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 217g).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 70
Display 82
Camera 79
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 48
Meizu Note 16
Performance 40
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 57
Portability 36
Value for money
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 750
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 2200
  • Lighter: 187g vs 217g

  • Higher performance (70/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Meizu Note 16 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6600 vs 4575 mAh
  • Faster charging: 40W vs 27W

  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Meizu Note 16, the Google Pixel 8 scores 24 points higher (68/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu Note 16 leads (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (70/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (79/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu Note 16 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (57/100 vs 36/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users.
Meizu Note 16: The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Meizu Note 16
Processor Google Tensor G3 Unisoc T8200
AnTuTu 1443431
Geekbench Single 1722 750
Geekbench Multi 4458 2200
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 6600 mAh
Charging 27W 40W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 1050 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm 167.6×75.8×9.2 mm
Weight 187 g 217 g
Launch price $699
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Meizu Note 16
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Meizu Note 16
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
44
battery
Meizu Note 16
  • 6600 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 8
$699
Meizu Note 16
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (70/100 vs 40/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (82/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (79/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Meizu Note 16 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (57/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Meizu Note 16?

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 24 points (68/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Meizu Note 16?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Meizu Note 16 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Meizu Note 16?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Meizu Note 16?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (70/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Meizu Note 16?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use.