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).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 62 points (79/100 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 Fold8 Ultra
Performance 98
Display 78
Camera 67
Battery 61
Portability 66
Value for money 62
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 215g
  • Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $2199

  • Better portability (79/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
67
camera
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • 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 Fold8 Ultra
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu M3 Note
$150
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
$2199

Launch price difference: $2049. Meizu M3 Note was $2049 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
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).

Frequently asked questions
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.