Meizu M3 Note vs Realme Neo8
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $150 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 17/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme Neo8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Realme Neo8
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $429
- Better portability (79/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 60 points higher (77/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 8/100, Realme Neo8 — 80/100; 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 Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (56/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (79/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 9119 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 80W | |
| 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 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Meizu M3 Note was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (91/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (56/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (71/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Realme Neo8 (79/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 60 points (77/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Realme Neo8?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.