Meizu M3 Note vs Samsung Galaxy A04

The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc; estimated prices are $150 and $135. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads — 19/100 vs 11/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A04 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Meizu M3 Note by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 96
Value for money 100
Samsung Galaxy A04
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 192g

  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A04 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Cheaper: $135 vs $150

  • Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 14/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Samsung Galaxy A04, the Samsung Galaxy A04 scores 8 points higher (19/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Samsung Galaxy A04: The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Meizu M3 Note Samsung Galaxy A04
Processor MediaTek Helio P10 Unisoc
AnTuTu 60000
Geekbench Single 140
Geekbench Multi 590
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.5" PLS LCD
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12, One UI Core 4.1
NFC no no
Dimensions 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm
Weight 163 g 192 g
Price $150 $135
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 6.5" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Samsung Galaxy A04
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Meizu M3 Note
$150
Samsung Galaxy A04
$135

Price difference: $15. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $15.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (24/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (36/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (96/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 edges out the Meizu M3 Note by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Samsung Galaxy A04 — 19/100.

Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Samsung Galaxy A04 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Samsung Galaxy A04?

The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.