Meizu Note 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Meizu Note 16 Pro (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 58/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6200); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,041,899); the Meizu Note 16 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Meizu Note 16 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Better display (93/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1041899
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1161
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3390
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 16 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (98/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 16 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1041899 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1161 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3390 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2720 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66/IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.2×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16 Pro
- 6200 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Meizu Note 16 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Meizu Note 16 Pro by 73.9% 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (98/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu Note 16 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 Pro by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 16 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Meizu Note 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Meizu Note 16 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.