Meizu M3 Note vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Meizu M3 Note leads — 11/100 vs 7/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Libero 5G III has the bigger battery (4120 mAh vs 4100); the ZTE Libero 5G III has NFC for contactless payments, the Meizu M3 Note doesn't; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 207g).

The Meizu M3 Note edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 4 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 Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
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 Libero 5G III better?
  • Bigger battery: 4120 vs 4100 mAh

  • Longer battery life (15/100 vs 14/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Meizu M3 Note vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Meizu M3 Note scores 4 points higher (11/100 vs 7/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III and the Meizu M3 Note are nearly equal (15/100 vs 14/100). In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (96/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).

Meizu M3 Note: The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Meizu M3 Note ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor MediaTek Helio P10 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 60000
Geekbench Single 140
Geekbench Multi 590
Display 5.5" IPS LCD 6.7" OLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB
Storage 16GB / 32GB 64GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no yes
Dimensions 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 163 g 207 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Meizu M3 Note
  • 5.5" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Meizu M3 Note
  • 4100 mAh
  • No wireless charging
14
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Meizu M3 Note
$150
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

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

camera

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

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III and the Meizu M3 Note are nearly equal (15/100 vs 14/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (96/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Meizu M3 Note significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu M3 Note or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Meizu M3 Note edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Meizu M3 Note and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Meizu M3 Note has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

Should you choose the Meizu M3 Note over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Meizu M3 Note is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.