Meizu M3 Note vs Vivo X300s
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $150 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 17/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Vivo X300s
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $723
- Better portability (79/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 72 points higher (89/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 8/100, Vivo X300s — 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (95/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (83/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (79/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $573. Meizu M3 Note was $573 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (95/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (83/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (79/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s 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 X300s?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.