Meizu Note 16 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Meizu Note 16 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 44/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6600); the Vivo iQOO 15 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Meizu Note 16 better?
- Overall rating 44/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 217g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 16 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 42 points higher (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (94/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (85/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 16 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.8×9.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16
- 6600 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (94/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (85/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 42 points (86/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 16 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Meizu Note 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.