Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs Infinix Zero 40
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (2022) runs on the Unisoc T610, while the Infinix Zero 40 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 40 leads — 66/100 vs 39/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Infinix Zero 40 is thinner (7.9mm vs 8.9mm).
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
Infinix Zero 40
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 57/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 209g
- Better camera (69/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs the Infinix Zero 40, the Infinix Zero 40 scores 27 points higher (66/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 40 leads (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC leads (79/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (79/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (63/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC | Infinix Zero 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T610 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1256 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 4207 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 20W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 14.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×78.0×8.9 mm | 164.3×74.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Zero 40
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Zero 40
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Infinix Zero 40
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 20W
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (89/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (69/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (79/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (63/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Infinix Zero 40?
The Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC by 27 points (66/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC and the Infinix Zero 40?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Infinix Zero 40 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Infinix Zero 40?
The Infinix Zero 40 leads on camera score (69/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC over the Infinix Zero 40?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users.