Meizu 16 Plus (2018) review

Meizu announced the launch of the 16 Plus smartphone in 2018. The manufacturer is offering the Meizu 16 Plus phone with 6.5 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

The Meizu 16 Plus smartphone comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 3570 mAh, non-removable battery. The 16 Plus comes with a high-quality AMOLED display. AMOLED displays offer several advantages that contribute to their popularity in smartphones and other devices. The multi-camera setup on the 16 Plus offers versatility, allowing you to capture a wide range of subjects and scenes with different perspectives. With multiple cameras, you can capture the same scene from different angles or focal lengths simultaneously. The front camera of 16 Plus gives you the freedom to capture moments with yourself or your friends and family easily.

Meizu 16 Plus specifications

Body

The weight of Meizu 16 Plus is about 6.35 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Meizu smartphone are average (6.31 x 3.08 x 0.29 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A Nano SIM is a small (12.3 x 8.8 x 0.67 mm) chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM) for connecting to a cellular network.

System

The Meizu 16 Plus comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is based on the Linux kernel and includes a user interface, middleware, and a range of pre-installed applications. The 16 Plus utilizes Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SoC (System on a Chip). This powerful octa-core processor is capable of handling complex tasks and running multiple applications simultaneously.

The 16 Plus utilizes Adreno 630 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. Adreno GPUs are designed to work in conjunction with Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors. The latest Adreno GPUs support advanced graphics features such as high dynamic range (HDR) rendering, virtual reality, and augmented reality applications.

Display

The 6.5 inch phone comes with AMOLED display. The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones. The 6.5 inch display should be large enough to provide a comfortable viewing experience for your needs, whether it's reading text, browsing the web, or watching videos. The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of Meizu 16 Plus is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

The Meizu 16 Plus comes with 6 GB of RAM, which is considered to be sufficient for most users' needs. The amount of RAM needed for optimal performance depends on factors such as the operating system, the apps and services you use, and how you use your device. 128 GB of internal storage should be more than enough for their needs. The 16 Plus has 128 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the Meizu 16 Plus (6 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

The multi-camera setup of 16 Plus allows you to adapt to different photography situations and achieve various perspectives and compositions. The main camera of the 16 Plus is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of 16 Plus has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Connectivity

The Meizu 16 Plus supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G networks are widely used around the world and have become the standard for mobile networks in many countries. The Meizu 16 Plus like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi networks use radio waves to transmit data between devices and a wireless access point, which is typically connected to a wired network and serves as a hub for wireless devices to connect to the internet or other networks.

The 16 Plus supports the latest Bluetooth standards, which offers faster data transfer speeds, better range, and improved reliability compared to previous versions of Bluetooth. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board.

The 16 Plus isn't NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC is not essential for basic phone functionality, but it can be useful for a variety of tasks and features. The 16 Plus phone doesn't have built-in FM radio receiver. The 16 Plus has an USB Type-C port. Type-C is a small, reversible connector that can be plugged in to a device in either orientation, making it more convenient to use than older USB connectors that only worked when plugged in a certain way. The 16 Plus smartphone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is a small round port, that allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery

The Li-Ion 3570 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of 16 Plus isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The Meizu 16 Plus smartphone has an accelerometer. The presence of an accelerometer in smartphones enables a range of interactive and intuitive functionalities that enhance the user experience and enable innovative applications. The 16 Plus phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone.

This Meizu phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The 16 Plus phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The ambient light sensor detects the level of ambient light in the surrounding environment. The main purpose of a light sensor in a smartphone is to automatically adjust the brightness of the device's display.

The Dual SIM capability of Meizu 16 Plus phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. The 16 Plus supports fast charging. With fast charging, you can get a significant amount of battery life in just a few minutes of charging, which is especially useful if you need to use your phone but don't have much time to wait for it to charge.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Meizu 16 Plus, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

Meizu 16 Plus pictures

Meizu 16 Plus comparisons

According to our statistics, the Meizu 16 Plus smartphone was most often compared on our site with the following smartphones.

Lenovo Z5 Pro

Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro

Vivo V11

Xiaomi Mi 8

Please let us know if you find incorrect information or something isn't working, or if you have a suggestion for improvement. Our e-mail address is webmaster@phone42.com.