Meizu M3 Note vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads — 16/100 vs 11/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 207g).

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 edges out the Meizu M3 Note by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu M3 Note
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 14
Design 96
Value for money 100
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 207g

  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 14/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 scores 5 points higher (16/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 leads (36/100 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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (36/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Meizu M3 Note ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor MediaTek Helio P10 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 60000
Geekbench Single 140
Geekbench Multi 590
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 1080x2408
Refresh rate 60 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no no
Dimensions 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 163 g 207 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Meizu M3 Note
$150
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (36/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (96/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 edges out the Meizu M3 Note by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 16/100.

Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.