Overall Score
69.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#619)69.1
Performance(#236)82.0
Camera(#2492)44.3
Display(#1241)79.5
Battery(#397)72.5
Build(#11407)66.8
Comparisons Featuring Meizu Note 16
Short Review
- The Meizu Note 16 features a sleek design with dimensions of 167.6 x 75.8 x 9.2 mm and a weight of 217 grams, available in black, white, and red.
- Its 6.78-inch IPS LCD display boasts a resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels, with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 1050 nits.
- Powered by the Unisoc T8200 chipset, it offers solid performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 128GB or 256GB of storage paired with 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
- The rear camera system includes a 50 MP primary sensor and a 2 MP secondary sensor, capable of video recording, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The battery capacity is robust at 6600 mAh, supporting 40W fast charging but lacking wireless charging.
- Running on Flyme AIOS 2, the software experience is enhanced by stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and a USB Type-C port.
- The device does not feature water resistance and lacks HDR support on the display.
- Overall, the Meizu Note 16 combines a large display, capable performance, and a strong battery in a well-designed package.
- Special features include stereo speakers and a headphone jack, catering to audio enthusiasts.
Specifications
General
Release Date2025, May 13
Announced2025, May 13
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.78"
TypeIPS LCD, 120Hz, 1050 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2460 pixels (~396 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc T8200 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.1 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), PDAF2 MP, f/2.4
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoYes
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity6600 mAh
Battery Details6600 mAh
Charging Details40W wired, QC3+
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions167.6 x 75.8 x 9.2 mm (6.60 x 2.98 x 0.36 in)
Weight217 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemFlyme AIOS 2
OS VersionFlyme AIOS 2
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes