Meizu M3 Note vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $150 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 17/100 (a 67-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $599
- Better portability (79/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 67 points higher (84/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (83/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 8/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (73/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (83/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (79/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Meizu M3 Note was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (73/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (83/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (79/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 67 points (84/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.