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).

The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Meizu Note 16 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16
Performance 40
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 57
Portability 36
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy M17
Performance 47
Display 67
Camera 33
Battery 52
Portability 69
Value for money 76
What makes Meizu Note 16 better?
  • 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)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Meizu Note 16: The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy M17: The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 13MP
33
camera
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
67
display
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16
  • 6600 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Samsung Galaxy M17
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless charging: no data
52
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 16
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy M17
$130
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.