Meizu M3 Note vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $150 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 17/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 218g).
Meizu M3 Note
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 163g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $469
- Better portability (79/100 vs 46/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 54 points higher (71/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2614916 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $469 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $319. Meizu M3 Note was $319 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (90/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (77/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 54 points (71/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.