Meizu M3 Note vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 17/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 225g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 59 points higher (76/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (99/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (79/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | — |
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (99/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (80/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (79/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 59 points (76/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.