Meizu Note 16 vs Vivo X500
The Meizu Note 16 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6600); the Vivo X500 is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16
Vivo X500
What makes Meizu Note 16 better?
- Overall rating 44/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2200
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 217g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 16 vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 16 | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Flyme AIOS 2 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1050 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.8×9.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | — | $820 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16
- 6600 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- 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 X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Meizu Note 16 and the Vivo X500?
The Meizu Note 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.