Infinix Hot 9 Play vs Infinix Note 30 VIP
The Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Infinix Note 30 VIP (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8050. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads — 58/100 vs 27/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 9 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Infinix Note 30 VIP is faster in AnTuTu (959,217 vs 155,362); the Infinix Note 30 VIP has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 9 Play doesn't; the Infinix Note 30 VIP is noticeably lighter (190g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Infinix Note 30 VIP
What makes Infinix Hot 9 Play better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Infinix Note 30 VIP better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 959217 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 1146 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2336 vs 486
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 209g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (46/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 9 Play vs the Infinix Note 30 VIP, the Infinix Note 30 VIP scores 31 points higher (58/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (46/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play leads (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (79/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (46/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 9 Play | Infinix Note 30 VIP | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 959217 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 1146 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 2336 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | Android 13, XOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 900 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | 162.7×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 9 Play and Infinix Note 30 VIP, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Note 30 VIP leads Infinix Hot 9 Play by 83.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (55/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (79/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (46/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play by 31 points (58/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Infinix Note 30 VIP — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP leads on camera score (46/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP leads on performance (55/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 9 Play over the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life.