Meizu M3 Note vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $150 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 17/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $840
- Better portability (79/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 72 points higher (89/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 8/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (79/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 12873 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $690. Meizu M3 Note was $690 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (100/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (90/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (79/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 72 points (89/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.