Meizu M3 Note vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $150 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 17/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).
Meizu M3 Note
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Lighter: 163g vs 192g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 69/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $150
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 31 points higher (48/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (47/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads (52/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (47/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (33/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 69/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 1963 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $130 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $20. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $20 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (47/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (67/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (33/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (52/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 69/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 31 points (48/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on camera score (33/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (47/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.