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).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 54 points (71/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Performance 0
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 35
Portability 79
Value for money 10
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 72
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 218g
  • Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $469

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
  • 4100 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
35
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu M3 Note
$150
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469

Launch price difference: $319. Meizu M3 Note was $319 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.