Overall Score
36.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#4110)36.1
Performance(#2624)76.2
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#3036)57.4
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Meizu Note 9
Short Review
- The Meizu Note 9 features a sleek design with dimensions of 153.1 x 74.4 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 170 grams, available in Black, White, and Starlight Blue.
- Its 6.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2244 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 403 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and operates at a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor with f/1.7 aperture and a 5 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video, while a 20 MP front camera serves for selfies.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 18W charging but does not offer wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 9.0 with Flyme 7.2, the software experience is user-friendly, although it lacks stereo speakers.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and a USB Type-C port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device does not feature water resistance, which may be a consideration for some users.
- Overall, the Meizu Note 9 presents a balanced combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities.
- Special features include a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
Specifications
General
Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2244 pixels, 18.7:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM675 Snapdragon 675 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 460 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 460 Silver)
GPUAdreno 612
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera48 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF5 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama
Front Camera20 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.8", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions153.1 x 74.4 x 8.7 mm (6.03 x 2.93 x 0.34 in)
Weight170 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Starlight Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), Flyme 7.2
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass