Infinix Note 30 VIP vs Infinix Smart 20
The Infinix Note 30 VIP (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8050, while the Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads — 58/100 vs 33/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Smart 20 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 8 MP; the Infinix Note 30 VIP is faster in AnTuTu (959,217 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 30 VIP
Infinix Smart 20
What makes Infinix Note 30 VIP better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 959217 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1146 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2336 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 68W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (46/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Infinix Smart 20 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 30 VIP vs the Infinix Smart 20, the Infinix Note 30 VIP scores 25 points higher (58/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (55/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (46/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (55/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (46/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (68/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 30 VIP | Infinix Smart 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 959217 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1146 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2336 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1576x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 15W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×75.9×8.2 mm | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $149 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 30 VIP and Infinix Smart 20, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Note 30 VIP leads Infinix Smart 20 by 167.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 30 VIP
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (55/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (46/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (68/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 30 VIP or the Infinix Smart 20?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 by 25 points (58/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 30 VIP and the Infinix Smart 20?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Infinix Smart 20 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 30 VIP or the Infinix Smart 20?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP leads on camera score (46/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 30 VIP or the Infinix Smart 20?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP leads on performance (55/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 30 VIP over the Infinix Smart 20?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Infinix Note 30 VIP (46/100 vs 10/100).