Side-by-side technical data
Meizu Note 16 vs Meizu Note 22 4G
Comparison between Meizu Note 16 and Meizu Note 22 4G: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Meizu.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
The Meizu Note 22 4G suits buyers who want a brighter display and far more storage; the Meizu Note 16 is the better fit for battery capacity, RAM, and optical stabilization. The deciding split is the 1,800-nit AMOLED screen versus the 6,600 mAh battery.
The Note 22 4G pairs an AMOLED display rated at 1,800 nits with the Note 16’s 1,050-nit IPS LCD, and offers up to 1 TB instead of 256 GB. It is also thinner and lighter at 8.4 mm and 204 g versus 9.2 mm and 217 g. Its MediaTek Helio G99 comes with 8 GB of RAM, while the Note 16 uses a Unisoc T8200 and 12 GB of RAM.
The Note 16 has optical stabilization on its main camera, although the Note 22 4G reaches 108 MP and f/1.7 versus 50 MP and f/1.8; it also adds an ultrawide camera and a 32 MP front camera versus 8 MP. The Note 16 brings a 6,600 mAh battery versus 5,000 mAh, reverse charging, and IP65 protection versus IP54. It also supports 5G and Bluetooth 5.0, while the Note 22 4G has Bluetooth 6.0 but remains limited to 4G.
Meizu Note 16
The Meizu Note 16 is the better buy for buyers who want a 6,600 mAh battery, 12 GB of RAM, and optical stabilization.
Meizu Note 22 4G
The Meizu Note 22 4G is the better buy for buyers who prioritize its 1,800-nit AMOLED display and up to 1 TB of storage.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.4 | 6.9 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.1 | 6.5 |
| Camera | 6.4 | 5.3 |
| Connectivity | 6.1 | 6.0 |
| Battery & charging | 7.1 | 5.8 |
Which one is for you?
Meizu Note 16, if you care about…
- Battery Capacity
- 6,600 mAh
- against 5,000 mAh
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Resistance Features
- IP65
- against IP54
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator
- against Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable
Meizu Note 22 4G, if you care about…
- Display Technology
- AMOLED
- against IPS LCD
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 6.0
- against Bluetooth 5.0
- Maximum Storage Capacity
- 1 TB
- against 256 GB
- Peak Display Brightness
- 1,800 nits
- against 1,050 nits
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | Unisoc T8200 | MediaTek Helio G99 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm | 6 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | — | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.3 GHz Best value | 2.2 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 1 TB Best value |
| AnTuTu Score | 402,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | — | 729 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | — | 1,979 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core processor with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.3 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.1 GHz | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores at 2.2 GHz and 6 Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB Best value | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | — |
Design
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White, Red | Black, Titanium, Blue, Grey |
| Body Thickness | 9.2 mm | 8.4 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 75.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Body Height | 167.6 mm | 165.2 mm |
| Weight | 217 g | 204 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 85.9 % | 88.1 % Best value |
| Body Materials | Plastic | — |
| Resistance Features | IP65 Best value | IP54 |
Battery
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 6,600 mAh Best value | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | — |
| Fast Charge Power | 40 W | 40 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Rechargeable, Battery Level Indicator Best value | Fast Charging, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable |
Display
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 | — |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | AMOLED Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,050 nits | 1,800 nits Best value |
| Display Diagonal | 6.78″ | 6.78″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,460 px Best value | 2,436 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 396 ppi Best value | 393 ppi |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 1,500 :1 | — |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, DCI-P3, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Scratch Resistant, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, Always-On Display | AMOLED, Capacitive Touch, 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Gravity Sensor, Light Sensor, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass |
Software
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
Connectivity
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B34, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B39, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B12, 4G LTE B17, 4G LTE B18, 4G LTE B19, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B26, LTE B28, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 4G LTE B66 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO, Wi-Fi Password Sharing | Dual Band |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 6.0 Best value |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE, aptX HD | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo Best value | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, NFC, USB Type-C, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, VoNR | Infrared, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Max. download speed | — | 650 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | — | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | Stereo Speakers |
Technical
| Specification | Note 16 | Note 22 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | — | M2513 |
