Meizu Note 16 vs Redmi K90 Max

The Meizu Note 16 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 44/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 6600); the Redmi K90 Max is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.2mm).

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 30 points (74/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16
Performance 40
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 57
Portability 36
Value for money
Redmi K90 Max
Performance 95
Display 94
Camera 37
Battery 78
Portability 41
Value for money 74
What makes Meizu Note 16 better?
  • Lighter: 217g vs 227g

  • Overall rating 44/100
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 750
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2200
  • Bigger battery: 8550 vs 6600 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
  • Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (78/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (41/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Meizu Note 16 vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (74/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (78/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).

Meizu Note 16: The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi K90 Max: The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Meizu Note 16 Redmi K90 Max
Processor Unisoc T8200 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3803420
Geekbench Single 750 3228
Geekbench Multi 2200 9553
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 165 Hz
Battery 6600 mAh 8550 mAh
Charging 40W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1050 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65 IP66
Dimensions 167.6×75.8×9.2 mm 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm
Weight 217 g 227 g
Launch price $504
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Redmi K90 Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Redmi K90 Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 165 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16
  • 6600 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Redmi K90 Max
  • 8550 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
78
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 16
Price unknown
Redmi K90 Max
$504
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (95/100 vs 40/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (94/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (78/100 vs 57/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 30 points (74/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Meizu Note 16 and the Redmi K90 Max?

The Meizu Note 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 74/100.

Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 or the Redmi K90 Max?

The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 over the Redmi K90 Max?

The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.