Meizu M3 Note vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $150 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 17/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 190g).
Meizu M3 Note
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Lighter: 163g vs 190g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $999
- Better portability (79/100 vs 72/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 53 points higher (70/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (54/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 52/100; 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 S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (91/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (40/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (54/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 9200 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $999 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Launch price difference: $849. Meizu M3 Note was $849 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (91/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (40/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (54/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 53 points (70/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.