Meizu Note 16 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Meizu Note 16 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T8200, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Meizu Note 16 has the bigger battery (6600 mAh vs 6000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Meizu Note 16
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Meizu Note 16 better?
- Bigger battery: 6600 vs 6000 mAh
- Lighter: 217g vs 226g
- Overall rating 44/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2200
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Meizu Note 16 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Meizu Note 16 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Meizu Note 16 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T8200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6600 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.6×75.8×9.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Meizu Note 16
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Meizu Note 16
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Meizu Note 16
- 6600 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Meizu Note 16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (97/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (89/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (93/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Meizu Note 16 (80/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Meizu Note 16 are nearly equal (40/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Meizu Note 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Meizu Note 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Meizu Note 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Meizu Note 16 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Meizu Note 16 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.