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Meizu Note 16 and Note 16 Pro Launched – Slim Design, Big Batteries and Budget-Friendly Prices

Highlights

The Meizu Note 16 series launches in China on May 16, 2025 with prices ranging from 799 Yuan (approx $111 or ₹9,500) to 2,099 Yuan (approx $291 or ₹ 24,700).
Note 16 Pro Features – Slim 6.75mm body, a 6.78-inch AMOLED display (144Hz), Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, 6,200mAh battery (80W fast charging) and a 50MP dual rear camera setup.
Note 16 Features – 6.78-inch LCD (120Hz), UNISOC T8200 chipset, 50MP rear + 2MP depth camera, a huge 6,600mAh battery (40W fast charging), side-mounted fingerprint scanner and IP65 water resistance.

Meizu has officially launched its new Note 16 series in China, which includes the affordable Note 16 Pro and the Note 16. Both phones come with sleek designs, large batteries and surprisingly tough builds for the price. Here’s everything you need to know.

Meizu Note 16 Series – Pricing and Availability

The Meizu Note 16 series will go on sale in China starting May 16, 2025.

Colour options for the Note 16 include Snow Jade White, Red and Rock Black, while the Note 16 Pro comes in Light Boat Blue, Star Chaser Grey and Loud White.

Here’s a quick look at the prices:

Caption – Meizu Note 16 Pro. (Image credit – Meizu)

Meizu Note 16 Pro Price –

12GB + 256GB – 1,699 Yuan (approx $235 or ₹ 22,200)
12GB + 512GB – 1,899 Yuan (approx $263 or ₹ 22,500)
16GB + 512GB – 2,099 Yuan (approx $291 or ₹ 24,700)

Caption – Meizu Note 16. (Image credit – Meizu)

Meizu Note 16 Price –

8GB + 128GB – 799 Yuan (approx $111 or ₹9,500)
8GB + 256GB – 999 Yuan (approx $138 or ₹11,800)
8GB + 256GB (possibly a different version) – 1,499 Yuan (approx $208 or ₹18,000)

Meizu Note 16 Pro – Key Features

The Note 16 Pro is the premium model of the two. It has a super slim 6.75mm body, but it’s not just about looks. It also features an “anti-collision beam” structure and a “safety airbag” design. Simply put, it’s built to handle drops better than you’d expect. It also comes with IP66 + IP68 ratings for water and dust resistance.

On the front, you get a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, a super smooth 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, 2160Hz PWM dimming and up to 4500 nits peak brightness. Inside, it’s powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.

The phone packs a 6,200mAh battery that supports 80W fast charging, so you’ll spend less time plugged in. For cameras, there’s a 50MP main + 8MP ultra-wide setup on the back and an 8MP selfie camera on the front.

Other features include dual SIM, Android 16-based Flyme AIOS 2, an in-display fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 6, and stereo speakers.

Meizu Note 16 – Key Features

The regular Note 16 is the more affordable model in the series and has slightly toned-down specs. It also has a 6.78-inch screen but uses an LCD panel with FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, DC dimming, and up to 1050 nits of brightness.

It runs on the UNISOC T8200 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. For photos, it offers a 50MP main + 2MP depth camera on the back, and an 8MP front camera for selfies.

One highlight is its massive 6,600mAh battery, which supports 40W fast charging. It also features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, a 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth 5, Wi-Fi 6, and IP65 water and dust resistance.

FAQs

Q1. When will the Meizu Note 16 series be available?

Answer. The Meizu Note 16 series will go on sale in China starting May 16, 2025.

Q2. What are the prices of the Meizu Note 16 and Note 16 Pro?

Answer. Meizu Note 16 Pro: Starts at 1,699 Yuan (~$235) and goes up to 2,099 Yuan (~$291) for the highest variant. Meanwhile, Meizu Note 16: Begins at 799 Yuan (~$111), with a premium model reaching 1,499 Yuan (~$208).

Q3. What makes the Meizu Note 16 Pro a premium model?

Answer. The Note 16 Pro has a super slim 6.75mm body, IP66 + IP68 water resistance, a 6.78-inch AMOLED display (144Hz refresh rate, HDR10+), Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and a 6,200mAh battery with 80W fast charging.

Q4. How does the Meizu Note 16 differ from the Note 16 Pro?

Answer. The Note 16 features a 6.78-inch LCD (120Hz refresh rate, FHD+ resolution), UNISOC T8200 chipset, a 50MP + 2MP depth camera, and a massive 6,600mAh battery with 40W fast charging, making it a more affordable option.