Meizu M3 Note vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $150 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 87/100 vs 17/100 (a 70-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 226g).
Meizu M3 Note
Vivo X300 Pro
- Lighter: 163g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $899
- Better portability (79/100 vs 43/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 70 points higher (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 10/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3258010 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $899 |
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Launch price difference: $749. Meizu M3 Note was $749 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (93/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (81/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 70 points (87/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.