Overall Score
60.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#2489)60.7
Performance(#3038)62.5
Camera(#1025)49.9
Display(#1234)79.5
Battery(#5301)43.5
Build(#3955)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Meizu 16
Short Review
- The Meizu 16 features a sleek design with dimensions of 150.5 x 73.2 x 7.3 mm and a lightweight build at 152 grams.
- Its 6.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp visuals at approximately 402 ppi.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 6GB or 8GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a dual rear setup with a 12 MP main sensor featuring OIS and a 20 MP front-facing camera for high-quality selfies.
- The battery capacity is 3010 mAh, supporting 24W fast charging but lacking wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 8.1 with Flyme UI, the software offers a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing audio versatility.
- Overall, the Meizu 16 combines solid performance, a vibrant display, and a capable camera in a compact design.
- Its build quality and features make it a noteworthy option in its category.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Meizu 16th in India
Display
Size6"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3", 1.55µm, dual pixel PDAF, 4-axis OIS20 MP, f/2.6, 1/2.6", 1.0µm
Front Camera20 MP
Front Camera Details20 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.0µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3010 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3010 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details24W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions150.5 x 73.2 x 7.3 mm (5.93 x 2.88 x 0.29 in)
Weight152 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, SBAS, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Flyme UI
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), Flyme UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes