Meizu Note 16 vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Meizu Note 16 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 44/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu Note 16 has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 217g).
Meizu Note 16
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2200 vs 1963
- Bigger battery: 6600 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 40W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 750
- Lighter: 192g vs 217g
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 36/100)
Comparing the Meizu Note 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 4 points higher (48/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Meizu Note 16 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Meizu Note 16 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu Note 16 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (69/100 vs 36/100).
| Specification | Meizu Note 16 | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.8×9.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $130 |
Meizu Note 16
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Meizu Note 16
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Meizu Note 16
- 6600 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Meizu Note 16
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (47/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Meizu Note 16 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Meizu Note 16 are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Meizu Note 16 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (69/100 vs 36/100).
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Meizu Note 16 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 16 and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Meizu Note 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 leads on performance (47/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.