Meizu M3 Note vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 17/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 52 points (69/100 vs 17/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Performance 0
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 35
Portability 79
Value for money 10
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 215g

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 140
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 590
  • Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better display (78/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 52 points higher (69/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (52/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Meizu M3 Note are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).

Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Meizu M3 Note Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Processor MediaTek Helio P10 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3119308
Geekbench Single 140 3041
Geekbench Multi 590 9494
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 1968x2184
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 13 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 5 MP 10 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 163 g 215 g
Launch price $150
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
  • 4100 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
35
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu M3 Note
$150
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (52/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and the Meizu M3 Note are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 52 points (69/100 vs 17/100).

What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.

Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.