Meizu M3 Note vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $150 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 17/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K90 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 210g).
Meizu M3 Note
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Lighter: 163g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $561
- Better portability (79/100 vs 54/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 69 points higher (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (89/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4119955 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $561 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Launch price difference: $411. Meizu M3 Note was $411 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (89/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Pro Max (79/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 69 points (86/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.