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Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£260RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 68% of smartphones
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.9

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

7.7

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.1

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

â–²Better than 70% of smartphones
?

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £260

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

25%

7.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.9

Camera

15%

7.6

Display

15%

7.7

Battery

10%

7.1

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

6.1

Audio

3%

7.5

Design

7.3
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

9.2

Price

7.8
Brand name
Meizu
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
â–² Better than 66% of models
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 65.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.5% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
RAM capacity
16 GB
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Internal storage
512 GB
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
2.5 GHz
â–² Better than 51% of models
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.5 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Flyme
Operating system
Flyme
â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
This smartphone uses the Flyme operating system. 0% of smartphones use a different operating system.
Flyme AIOS 2
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
no
Direct OS updates
no
â–¼ Worse than 21% of models
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Open-source OS
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Dark mode
yes
â–² Better than 4% of models
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Multi-lens main camera
yes
â–² Better than 6% of models
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 52.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
â–² Better than 53% of models
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 53.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 10.7% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Number of SIM slots
2
â–² Better than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Cellular module
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
5G connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 33% of models
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Screen size
6.78 inches
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1224x 2720 px
Screen resolution
1224x 2720 px
â–² Better than 80% of models
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1224x2720 px which is higher than that of 79.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
440 ppi
Pixel density
440 ppi
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 440 ppi which is higher than that of 76.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
â–² Better than 41% of models
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Refresh rate
144 Hz
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
6,200 mAh
Battery capacity
6,200 mAh
â–² Better than 81% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 6,200 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 80.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
80 W
Charging speed
80 W
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 80 W which is faster than in 78.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 7.4% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Fast charging
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 25% of models
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
Stereo speakers
yes
â–² Better than 36% of models
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Number of microphones
2
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
FM radio
no
â–¼ Worse than 34% of models
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
aptX Lossless
no
â–¼ Worse than 13% of models
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.8 mm
Height
163.8 mm
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.8 mm which is taller than 53.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Width
76.2 mm
Width
76.2 mm
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.2 mm which is wider than 56.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.4 mm
Thickness
8.4 mm
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.4 mm which is thicker than 55.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.6% of smartphones.
Weight
197.5 g
Weight
197.5 g
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 197.5 g which is heavier than 52.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
99,104 cm³
Device volume
99,104 cm³
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 99,104 cm³ which is larger than 58.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 24% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,200 mAh
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    agentic
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Aicy Task Robot, DeepSeek-R1 Integration, AI Search, AI Call Answering, AI Scene Assistant, Aicy Overview
    agentic vs fundamental
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    80 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,600 nits
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 6.9% better value for money
    Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.84 vs 7.3).
    7.84 vs 7.34
  • 8 GB more RAM
    RAM capacity
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2x more storage
    Internal storage
    512 GB
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    Process node
    4 nm
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >12 nm
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    5
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2 more memory channels
    Memory channels
    4
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2 – >4
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 10.5% faster GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    1,050 MHz
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <646 MHz – >1.2k MHz
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (1050 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    1,050 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 24.1% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    1,169
    â–² Better than 70% of models
    Market range: <392 – >2.2k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,169 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,169 vs 942
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    CPU base clock speed
    1 x 2.5 GHz & 3 x 2.4 GHz & 4 x 1.8 GHz
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.5 GHz & 3x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.5 GHz & 3x2.4 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    Maximum RAM
    16 GB
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <8 GB – >16 GB
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 28.4% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    3,252
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >6.7k
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,252 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,252 vs 2,533
  • 4.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    CPU boost clock speed
    2.5 GHz
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    Memory speed
    3,200 MHz
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <1.8k MHz – >4.8k MHz
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    On-device AI level
    agentic
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Aicy Task Robot, DeepSeek-R1 Integration, AI Search, AI Call Answering, AI Scene Assistant, Aicy Overview
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Wider front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.1
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.1 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.1 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    5.4
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    Infrared sensor
    yes
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 2.42x higher screen brightness
    Screen brightness
    1,600 nits
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <437 nits – >1.3k nits
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1600 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,600 nits vs 660 nits
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    Refresh rate
    144 Hz
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Higher screen resolution
    Screen resolution
    1224 x 2720 px
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1224x2720 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1224x2720 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    Screen size
    6.78 inches
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 11.4% higher pixel density
    Pixel density
    440 ppi
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (440 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    440 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has an always-on display
    Always-on display
    yes
    â–² Better than 51% of models
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    Curved display
    yes
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 24% larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,200 mAh
    â–² Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (6200 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    6,200 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    Charging speed
    80 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    aptX Adaptive
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    aptX
    yes
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    Suitable for seniors
    yes
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • Better IP rating
    IP rating
    IP68
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No timelapse video
    Timelapse video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • No slow-motion recording
    Slow-motion recording
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 5.44x less popular
    Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    5 W
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <4 W – >10 W
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 50% fewer shader units
    N. of shading units
    128
    â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <32 – >1.5k
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • No live text recognition
    Live text recognition
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    App tracking protection
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    8 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 – >40
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No slow-motion recording
    Slow-motion recording
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This smartphone does not support slow-motion recording, the average smartphone does. 90.3% of smartphones offer slow-mo features.
  • No timelapse video
    Timelapse video
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    This smartphone does not support timelapse video, the average smartphone does. 92.3% of smartphones include timelapse modes.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    Memory card slot
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 300 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    700 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <480 nits – >3.6k nits
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (700 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    700 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • No LDAC support
    LDAC
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.

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10/05/2025
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Meizu Note 16 Pro review and user opinions on Heyup
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10/05/2025
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Meizu Note 16 Pro: exceptional durability and drop tests
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What we like about Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB)

  • Users praise the vibrant 6.78-inch OLED 144Hz display with high brightness and eye protection features.
  • The Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor provides strong performance for gaming and multitasking.
  • The large 6200mAh battery is a major highlight, offering long-lasting use throughout the day.
  • Durability is a significant advantage, with IP66/IP68 water and dust resistance ratings and enhanced drop protection.
  • The phone features dual stereo speakers that deliver rich and powerful sound quality.
  • Users appreciate the responsive under-display fingerprint sensor and wet-hand touch optimization.
  • It offers ample storage options (up to 512GB) and significant virtual RAM expansion.

What we don't like about Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB + 512GB)

  • While the 50MP main camera takes solid daylight photos, its performance is weaker in low-light conditions.
  • The phone does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  • Some users note the phone's design, while premium-looking, uses a gold-colored plastic middle frame.
  • The camera system primarily relies on the main sensor; users shouldn't expect too much from the secondary lenses.

Verdict

The Meizu Note 16 Pro (16GB RAM + 512GB Storage) is a mid-range smartphone, released in May 2025, featuring a 6.78-inch 1.5K OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and an impressive 4500 nits peak brightness. It is powered by the 4nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor and runs on Android 15 with Flyme AIOS 2. The phone is built with an ultra-durable, drop-resistant design and an IP66/IP68 dust and water resistance rating, the industry's first to receive TÃœV SÃœD "triple quality" certification. Photography is handled by a dual rear camera system (50MP main and 8MP ultrawide) and an 8MP front camera. Power is supplied by a large 6200 mAh battery that supports 80W wired fast charging. A notable con is the absence of external memory card support, so users are limited to the generous 512GB internal storage. It also lacks a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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