Meizu M3 Note vs Vivo X500
The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $150 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 17/100 (a 72-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Vivo X500
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $820
- Better portability (79/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 72 points higher (89/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Meizu M3 Note — 8/100, Vivo X500 — 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 X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (96/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu M3 Note | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P10 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 140 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 590 | 10240 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $670. Meizu M3 Note was $670 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (96/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (94/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (84/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (79/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 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 X500?
The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu M3 Note or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.