Meizu M8 (16GB) vs Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)

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Side by side comparison between Meizu M8 vs Xiaomi Mi 9 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

3/8/2019 8:10 PM, updated: 5/11/2020 4:07 PM

Compare Xiaomi Mi 9 X Meizu M8 (16GB) 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.4"
TFT

480x720

3.1
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

34Points Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB) Compare Meizu M8 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.39"
AMOLED

1080x2340

48
MP

20mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3300
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

4 Advantages Meizu M8 (16GB)	vs	34 Advantages Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+118 grams (4.13 ounces)47% Lighter	vs	173 grams (6.06 ounces)
+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
667MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)7 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB LPDDR	vs	+6GB LPDDR4X23 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
16GB (12GB available)	vs	+64GB (50GB available)3 times More internal storage for applications and files
12 millimeters (0.47 inches)	vs	+7.61 millimeters (0.3 inches)58% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
480x720 pixels	vs	+1080x2340 pixels6 times Higher resolution screen
255 PPI	vs	+403 PPI58% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.4"	vs	+6.39"88% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(triple camera) 48MP + 16MP + 12MP23 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoom	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supported	vs	+(front) 20MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)107 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
40 apps (Windows CE Apps)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)87499 times More apps available to download and use
2G EDGE	vs	+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 1024 Mbps4338 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAh	vs	+3300 mAh175% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
802.11 b/g [wifi3]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.0 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
WAP, HTML, Flash player	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 6Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

10 Common items in both devices

16 million

Autofocus / LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

Proximity sensor

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📱 Model features
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Other model names	Meizu M8 2G, Meizu M8 miniOne	小米9, Xiaomi Mi9 (6GB RAM), M1902F1A, M1902F1G, M1902F1T
Country or region available	China, Hong Kong	China, (Global, International)
Brand	Meizu	Xiaomi
Release date	1/1/2009	3/1/2019
Depth	12 millimeters (0.47 inches)	7.61 millimeters (0.3 inches)
Size (width x height)	59 x 108 millimeters (2.32 x 4.25 in)	74.67 x 157.5 millimeters (2.94 x 6.2 in)
Weight	118 grams (4.13 ounces)	173 grams (6.06 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	3.4" inches	6.39" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~54% (screen-to-body ratio)	~85.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x720 pixels	1080x2340 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	255 PPI	403 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 6
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
System version	Windows CE 6.0 Yamazaki	Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 10
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Chipset	32bit: ARM 1136JF-S	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 (SM8150) (7nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 667MHz ARM11 (Single-core)	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.84GHz Kryo 485 (Single-core) 3x 2.42GHz Kryo 485 (Triple-core) 4x 1.78GHz Kryo 485 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	Qualcomm Adreno 640 (585MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
RAM memory	256MB LPDDR	6GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	16GB (12GB available)	64GB (50GB available) UFS 2.1
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.236 Mbps	1024/150 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Dual-Band 900/1800	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 900/1800	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat16/13 VoLTE Global version: LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40) China version: LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17) TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	(triple camera) 48 megapixels 16MP ultrawide f/2.213mm1/3.0"1.0µmPDAF 12MP telephoto f/2.254mm1/3.6"1.0µmPDAF2x-optical-zoom
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	8000x6000 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
Flash	Not supported	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.8µm pixel
Autofocus	Autofocus	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	20 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	5184x3840 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.9µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV, XviD	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AMR, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
USB	Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
TV output	Proprietary TV-out	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.0 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	Not supported	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable) BA1200	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1200 mAh	3300 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	27W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Qi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	6 hours	feature not registered
Standby	179 hours (7.5 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	WAP, HTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White • USB OTG On-The-Go 1.2 • Meizu Mmobile GUI Java framework	• Colors: Piano Black, Lavender Violet, Ocean Blue • MIUI 10 • HDR10/DCI-P3 display • Sapphire glass camera cover • Quick Charge 4+ • Fast wireless charging 20W
☢️ Radiation rate
	Meizu M8 (16GB)	Xiaomi Mi 9 (64GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered