Infinix Note 12 G96 vs Infinix Note 30 VIP
The Infinix Note 12 G96 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 46/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Infinix Note 30 VIP is faster in AnTuTu (959,217 vs 493,222); the Infinix Note 30 VIP has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 G96 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 G96
Infinix Note 30 VIP
What makes Infinix Note 12 G96 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 190g
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Infinix Note 30 VIP better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 959217 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 1146 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2336 vs 1793
- Faster charging: 68W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (46/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 G96 vs the Infinix Note 30 VIP, the Infinix Note 30 VIP scores 12 points higher (58/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (46/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (55/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Infinix Note 30 VIP are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 G96 | Infinix Note 30 VIP | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 959217 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 1146 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 2336 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 68W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 13, XOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 900 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.8×8.0 mm | 162.7×75.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 G96
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12 G96 and Infinix Note 30 VIP, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Note 30 VIP leads Infinix Note 12 G96 by 48.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (55/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Infinix Note 30 VIP are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (68/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP is noticeably better than the Infinix Note 12 G96 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Infinix Note 30 VIP — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP leads on camera score (46/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP leads on performance (55/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G96 over the Infinix Note 30 VIP?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Infinix Note 30 VIP (68/100 vs 46/100).