Meizu M3 Note vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $150 and $2199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 79/100 vs 17/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 215g).
Meizu M3 Note
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Lighter: 163g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $2199
- Better portability (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 62 points higher (79/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100; 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 Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (67/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (61/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 60W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 25W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 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 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $2199 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Launch price difference: $2049. Meizu M3 Note was $2049 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (98/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (67/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (61/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 62 points (79/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on camera score (67/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (98/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.