Meizu 16T vs OnePlus 7T Pro: A Detailed Comparison of 2019 Flagships
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the OnePlus 7T Pro emerges as the slightly better choice. Its 30W charging significantly reduces downtime, and the marginally faster Snapdragon 855+ provides a small, but measurable, performance boost. However, the Meizu 16T remains a strong contender for budget-conscious buyers.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Meizu 16T | OnePlus 7T Pro |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (6CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE |
| CDMA 800 & TD-SCDMA | CDMA 800 / 1900 & TD-SCDMA | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, October. Released 2019, October | 2019, October 10 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2019, October 12 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 159.6 x 78.2 x 8.3 mm (6.28 x 3.08 x 0.33 in) | 162.6 x 75.9 x 8.8 mm (6.40 x 2.99 x 0.35 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 183 g (6.46 oz) | 206 g (7.27 oz) |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2232 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~382 ppi density) | 1440 x 3120 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~516 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.5 inches, 106.3 cm2 (~85.2% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 108.8 cm2 (~88.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Super AMOLED, 430 nits (typ) | Fluid AMOLED, 90Hz, HDR10+ |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) | Octa-core (1x2.96 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) | Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855+ (7 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 640 | Adreno 640 (700 MHz) |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), Flyme 8 | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, OxygenOS 12.1 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.0 | 12GB RAM - McLaren Edition only UFS 3.0 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 12 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, PDAF 5 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, 78mm (telephoto), 3x optical zoom, PDAF, OIS 16 MP, f/2.2, 17mm (ultrawide), AF |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm | Motorized pop-up 16 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 а/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired | 30W wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 4085 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Orange, Blue, Green | Haze Blue, McLaren Edition |
| Models | - | HD1911, HD1913, HD1910 |
| Price | About 250 EUR | About 1030 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Audio quality | - | Noise -93.7dB / Crosstalk -91.0dB |
| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 100h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | Voice 90dB / Noise 75dB / Ring 82dB |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 395868 (v7), 493901 (v8) GeekBench: 11246 (v4.4), 2803 (v5.1) GFXBench: 24fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Meizu 16T
- Potentially lower price point
- Clean software experience (based on Meizu's Flyme OS)
- Likely larger battery capacity to offset slower charging
- Slower 18W charging
- Less powerful Snapdragon 855 processor
- Potentially less refined camera system
OnePlus 7T Pro
- Faster 30W Warp Charge
- More powerful Snapdragon 855+ processor
- Likely superior camera performance and features
- Higher price point
- OxygenOS may include more bloatware than Flyme OS
- Potentially smaller battery capacity
Display Comparison
Both devices feature displays with an 'infinite' contrast ratio, suggesting OLED panels. However, specific details like peak brightness and color gamut coverage are missing. The OnePlus 7T Pro's 90Hz refresh rate (based on market knowledge) is a significant advantage over the likely 60Hz panel on the Meizu 16T, resulting in smoother scrolling and animations. Bezels are likely comparable, given the flagship positioning of both devices.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are listed as having 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but specific sensor details are absent. Given the era, it's reasonable to assume both feature multi-camera setups. The OnePlus 7T Pro likely benefits from more sophisticated image processing algorithms and potentially a larger primary sensor, based on OnePlus’s camera reputation. Without detailed sensor information, a definitive camera comparison is impossible, but the 7T Pro likely offers a more versatile and refined camera experience.
Performance
The OnePlus 7T Pro boasts the Snapdragon 855+ (7nm), a slightly overclocked version of the Snapdragon 855 (7nm) found in the Meizu 16T. The CPU clock speeds reflect this: 2.96 GHz on the 7T Pro versus 2.84 GHz on the 16T. While the core configuration is identical, the 855+ offers a modest performance uplift, particularly in sustained workloads. Both utilize the same Kryo 485 architecture. The impact of RAM speed (likely LPDDR4X in both) is minimal in real-world usage, but the 855+’s improved thermal management allows it to maintain peak performance for longer.
Battery Life
Both devices achieve an endurance rating of 100 hours, suggesting similar battery life despite the Meizu 16T’s slower 18W charging versus the OnePlus 7T Pro’s 30W Warp Charge. The 30W charging on the 7T Pro translates to significantly faster 0-100% charge times, a crucial advantage for users who frequently need to top up their battery. The identical endurance ratings suggest the Meizu 16T likely has a larger battery capacity to compensate for the slower charging.
Buying Guide
Buy the Meizu 16T if you prioritize a clean software experience and are comfortable with slower charging speeds. It's ideal for users who don't heavily rely on their phone throughout the day and appreciate a more understated design. Buy the OnePlus 7T Pro if you demand the fastest possible charging, a slightly more powerful processor for demanding tasks, and a more established brand reputation with robust software support.