Infinix Note 12i vs Infinix Note 30i
The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Infinix Note 30i (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 30i leads — 43/100 vs 35/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Infinix Note 30i has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Infinix Note 30i
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Overall rating 35/100
What makes Infinix Note 30i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Infinix Note 30i, the Infinix Note 30i scores 8 points higher (43/100 vs 35/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30i leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30i significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30i is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 30i and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | Infinix Note 30i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 13, XOS 13 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 164.5×76.7×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Note 30i
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Note 30i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Note 30i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Infinix Note 30i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30i significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30i is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 30i and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Infinix Note 30i?
The Infinix Note 30i edges out the Infinix Note 12i by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Infinix Note 30i?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Infinix Note 30i — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Infinix Note 30i?
The Infinix Note 30i leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Infinix Note 30i?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Infinix Note 30i (81/100 vs 43/100).