Meizu M3 Note vs Realme GT 8
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 80/100 vs 17/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 209g).
Meizu M3 Note
Realme GT 8
- Lighter: 163g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $350
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 63 points higher (80/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (85/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Realme GT 8 — 100/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (85/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (79/100 vs 50/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $350 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $200. Meizu M3 Note was $200 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (85/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 63 points (80/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Realme GT 8?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Realme GT 8 — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Realme GT 8?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.