Meizu M3 Note vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $150 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 17/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 204g).
Meizu M3 Note
Redmi Turbo 5
- Lighter: 163g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $250
- Better portability (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 50 points higher (67/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (80/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (85/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (74/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2809170 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 6403 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $250 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $100. Meizu M3 Note was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (80/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (85/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (74/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 50 points (67/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.