Meizu Note 16 vs Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Meizu Note 16 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 44/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu Note 16 has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 217g).

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 26 points (70/100 vs 44/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16
Performance 40
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 57
Portability 36
Value for money
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Performance 91
Display 89
Camera 40
Battery 54
Portability 72
Value for money 52
What makes Meizu Note 16 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6600 vs 4900 mAh

  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 750
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2200
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 40W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 217g

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Meizu Note 16 vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 26 points higher (70/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Meizu Note 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (72/100 vs 36/100).

Meizu Note 16: The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy S26+: The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Meizu Note 16 Samsung Galaxy S26+
Processor Unisoc T8200 Samsung Exynos 2600
AnTuTu 3161830
Geekbench Single 750 2900
Geekbench Multi 2200 9200
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 1080x2460 3120x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6600 mAh 4900 mAh
Charging 40W 45W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 8 MP 12 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 Android 16 / One UI 8.5
Brightness (peak) 1050 nits 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65 IP68
Dimensions 167.6×75.8×9.2 mm 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm
Weight 217 g 190 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3120x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16
  • 6600 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • No wireless charging
57
battery
Samsung Galaxy S26+
  • 4900 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
54
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 16
Price unknown
Samsung Galaxy S26+
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (91/100 vs 40/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (89/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Meizu Note 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (72/100 vs 36/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 26 points (70/100 vs 44/100).

What is the rating of the Meizu Note 16 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Meizu Note 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.

Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?

The Meizu Note 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.