Meizu Note 16 Pro vs Vivo X500
The Meizu Note 16 Pro (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6200); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 1,041,899).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16 Pro
Vivo X500
What makes Meizu Note 16 Pro better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 211g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 1041899
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 93/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 16 Pro vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (96/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Meizu Note 16 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 16 Pro | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 1041899 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66/IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.2×8.4 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- 6200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu Note 16 Pro and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Meizu Note 16 Pro by 73.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 16 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (96/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 and the Meizu Note 16 Pro are nearly equal (94/100 vs 93/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 16 Pro and the Vivo X500?
The Meizu Note 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 16 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 Pro or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 Pro over the Vivo X500?
The Meizu Note 16 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.