Design:
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| weight |
197.5 g |
| thickness |
8.4 mm |
| width |
76.2 mm |
| height |
163.8 mm |
| volume |
104.845104 cm³ |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The Meizu Note 16 Pro features a waterproof design with an IP68 rating, offering protection against dust and water. It has a weight of 197.5 g and measures 163.8 mm in height, 76.2 mm in width, and 8.4 mm in thickness. With a volume of 104.85 cm³, it maintains a sleek yet substantial feel. While the device doesn't have a rugged build or folding capabilities, its durable design ensures resilience against everyday wear.
Display:
| Display type |
OLED/AMOLED |
| screen size |
6.78" |
| pixel density |
440 ppi |
| resolution |
1224 x 2720 px |
| refresh rate |
144Hz |
| brightness (typical) |
700 nits |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Meizu Note 16 Pro offers a 6.78″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1224 x 2720 px, delivering sharp and vibrant visuals. The display features a high pixel density of 440 ppi, ensuring clear details. With a 144Hz refresh rate, it offers smooth scrolling and responsiveness, while the typical brightness of 700 nits provides good visibility under most lighting conditions. The screen also supports an Always-On Display for added convenience, although it does not feature branded damage-resistant glass or HDR support.
Performance:
| internal storage |
512GB |
| RAM |
16GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 |
| GPU name |
Adreno 710 |
| CPU speed |
1 x 2.5 & 3 x 2.4 & 4 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
3239 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
1162 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
3242 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
893 |
| GPU clock speed |
1050 MHz |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
3200 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
4 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL version |
3.2 |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
25.6 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| maximum memory amount |
16GB |
| uses multithreading |
✓ |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
5 |
| shading units |
128 |
| turbo clock speed |
2.4GHz |
The Meizu Note 16 Pro is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, paired with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, providing strong performance for multitasking and storage-intensive applications. The device is equipped with an Adreno 710 GPU, supporting smooth graphical performance, and it features a CPU with a total clock speed of up to 2.5 GHz. For power efficiency and performance, it uses big.LITTLE technology and supports multithreading, making it well-suited for demanding tasks.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
50 & 8 & 2 MP |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
1.8 & 2.2 & 2.4f |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✓ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
8MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✕ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.1f |
| Has timelapse function |
✕ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Meizu Note 16 Pro features a versatile dual-lens main camera with a combination of 50 MP, 8 MP, and 2 MP sensors, offering various focal lengths and wide apertures of 1.8f, 2.2f, and 2.4f. It supports phase-detection autofocus for clear and fast photo capturing, as well as continuous autofocus for video recording. The front camera delivers 8 MP resolution with a wide aperture of 2.1f, and it includes features like manual exposure and burst mode for enhanced control over your shots. However, it lacks support for optical zoom, 3D recording, and front-facing LED flash.
Operating system:
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✕ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✓ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✕ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| has SharePlay |
✕ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Meizu Note 16 Pro offers a range of useful features within its operating system, including location privacy options and camera/microphone privacy options to enhance security. It supports dark mode and customizable themes, offering a more personalized user experience. The device also includes functionalities like Wi-Fi password sharing, split screen, and PiP (Picture-in-Picture), allowing for efficient multitasking and better control. While it lacks Mail Privacy Protection and the ability to use as a PC, it does provide features such as voice commands, offline voice recognition, and full-page screenshots.
Battery:
| battery power |
6200 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
80W |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The Meizu Note 16 Pro is equipped with a 6200 mAh rechargeable battery, offering long-lasting power. It supports fast charging at 80W, allowing for quick recharges. While it does not feature wireless charging or a removable battery, it includes a battery level indicator for easy monitoring of battery status.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✓ |
| has aptX |
✓ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✓ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✓ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The audio experience on this device is enhanced by stereo speakers and support for high-quality Bluetooth audio with aptX, aptX HD, and aptX Adaptive technologies. While it does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, LDAC, or aptX Lossless support, it offers robust wireless audio capabilities.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
May 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✓ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.4 |
| has an external memory slot |
✕ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✓ |
| download speed |
2900 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✓ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device offers robust connectivity options, including 5G support, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.4. It also features a fingerprint scanner for enhanced security and supports GPS, NFC, and USB Type-C. However, it does not have an external memory slot or support for satellite SOS, crash detection, or heart rate monitoring.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device is equipped with a video light for enhanced lighting during video recording, but it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.