After OnePlus, even other Chinese smartphone manufacturers started using the letter “T” for their flagships. We saw the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro launched in China under the Redmi K20 Pro moniker, and yesterday Meizu launched the Meizu 16T. Even OnePlus updated its T line-up with the OnePlus 7T and the 7T Pro. All of these T devices are among the best affordable flagships of 2019, so we decided to write a “T comparison” against these smartphones. Here you will learn which one is the best T device among these three handsets and which one is worth buying with the actual price.
Meizu 16T vs OnePlus 7T vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (Redmi K20 Pro)
| OnePlus 7T | Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (Redmi K20 Pro) | Meizu 16T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 160.9 x 74.4 x 8.1 mm, 190 g | 156.7 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, 191 g | 159.6 x 78.2 x 8.3 mm, 183 g |
| DISPLAY | 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), Fluid AMOLED | 6.39 inches, 1080 x 2340p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED | 6.5 inches, 1080 x 2232p (Full HD+), Super AMOLED |
| PROCESSOR | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, octa-core 2.96 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, octa-core 2.84 GHz |
| MEMORY | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB | 6 GB RAM, 64 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB | 6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB |
| SOFTWARE | Android 9 Pie, Oxygen OS | Android 9 Pie, MIUI | Android 9 Pie, Flyme |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS |
| CAMERA | Triple 48 + 12 + 16 MP, f/1.6, f/2.2 and f/2.2 | Triple 48 + 8 + 13 MP, f/1.8, f/2.4 and f/2.4 20 MP f/2.2 front camera |
Triple 12 + 8 + 5 MP, f/1.9, f/2.2 and f/1.9 16 MP f/2.2 front camera |
| BATTERY | 3800 mAh, fast charging 30W with Warp Charge 30T | 4000 mAh, fast charging 27W with Quick Charge 4+ | 4500 mAh, fast charging 18W with mCharge |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Dual SIM slot | Dual SIM slot | Dual SIM slot |
Design
We appreciate that, while other manufacturers are opting for notches or pop-up mechanisms, Meizu is still trying to make symmetric flagships with very narrow bezels and no sliders or motorized parts. Meizu 16T does not have any notch, neither a pop-up camera, yet it comes with a very high screen-to-body ratio. But thanks to its pop-up camera, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro has an even higher ratio, as well as a more impressive design in my opinion. But which ones you should go for mostly depends on your tastes. OnePlus 7T has a classic flat display with a waterdrop notch, nothing so surprising.
Display
OnePlus 7T is not only the smartphone with the best display in this comparison, but it has one of the most impressive Full HD+ panels out there. It comes with full DCI-P3 coverage, the support to the HDR10+ standard and even a 90 Hz refresh rate providing a smoothing viewing experience as well as a better gaming experience. So you get better colors, more smoothness, and better overall quality. The silver medal goes to the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro which still comes with an HDR display, but it does not support the HDR10+ standard and it has a standard refresh rate. Note that OnePlus 7T and Meizu 16T have stereo speakers, while Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro has a mono speaker.
Hardware/Software
OnePlus 7T dominates the hardware scene thanks to its Snapdragon 855+ chipset and an amazing software optimization. It is faster than both its rivals and it even boasts higher graphics performances. Unlike the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, it has a UFS 3.0 storage, and unlike both Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro and Meizu 16T it runs Android 10 out of the box, customized by the OxygenOS 10 user interface. Meizu 16T comes right after since it has a UFS 3.0 storage, but just a vanilla Snapdragon 855 chipset. Each of the phones lacks a micro SD slot.
Camera
The camera department is another aspect for which OnePlus 7T is superior. It is the only in this comparison to support OIS and it even has a brighter focal aperture, so it is able to capture more light for better shots in low light conditions. Right after we find the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro with a 48 MP triple camera boasting laser autofocus and 2x optical zoom. Meizu 16T loses this comparison and it does not even have a telephoto lens. Even the front camera is inferior.
Battery
With a capacity of 4500 mAh, Meizu 16T provides the biggest battery and it will likely last more on a single charge. On the other hand, it has the slowest charging technology with a power of just 18W, so it will take more to fully charge it and that is not only for its battery capacity.
Price
OnePlus 7T carries a €385/$430 starting price in China, Meizu 16T costs just €250/$278, and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro starts at €320/$355. OnePlus 7T wins the comparison without any doubt, but the value for money of the Meizu 16T is incredibly high and spending just €250 for a device equipped with a Snapdragon 855 chipset is flawless.
Meizu 16T vs OnePlus 7T vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (Redmi K20 Pro): PRO and CONS
OnePlus 7T
PROS
- Thinner design
- Amazing performances
- Awesome display
- Stereo speakers
CONS
- Smaller battery
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (Redmi K20 Pro)
PROS
- Affordable
- Innovative design
- Notch-less display
- Worldwide availability
CONS
- Nothing particular
Meizu 16T
PROS
- Very affordable
- Interesting design
- Bigger battery
- Stereo speakers
CONS
- Lower-end cameras
