Meizu M3 Note vs Vivo iQOO Z7

The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 26/100 vs 11/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z7 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 64 MP.

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Meizu M3 Note — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 96
Value for money 100
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 173g

  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 14/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 15 points higher (26/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (30/100 vs 14/100). In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (30/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100). In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Meizu M3 Note Vivo iQOO Z7
Processor MediaTek Helio P10 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 60000
Geekbench Single 140
Geekbench Multi 590
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.4" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 13 MP 64 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 128GB
OS Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm
Weight 163 g 173 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Meizu M3 Note
$150
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (37/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (30/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note is a bit better (96/100 vs 83/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably better than the Meizu M3 Note — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.

Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Vivo iQOO Z7?

The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.