Infinix Note 30 VIP vs Infinix Smart3 Plus
The Infinix Note 30 VIP (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8050, while the Infinix Smart3 Plus (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 30 VIP leads — 58/100 vs 18/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Note 30 VIP has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 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 Smart3 Plus doesn't; the Infinix Smart3 Plus is noticeably lighter (148g vs 190g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 30 VIP
Infinix Smart3 Plus
What makes Infinix Note 30 VIP better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 959217 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 1146 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2336 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (46/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Infinix Smart3 Plus better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 190g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 30 VIP vs the Infinix Smart3 Plus, the Infinix Note 30 VIP scores 40 points higher (58/100 vs 18/100). 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 Note 30 VIP leads (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (55/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (46/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart3 Plus notably outperforms the Infinix Note 30 VIP (85/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 30 VIP | Infinix Smart3 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 959217 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1146 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2336 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.2" LTPS IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×75.9×8.2 mm | 157.0×76.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 148 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- 6.2" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 30 VIP
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 30 VIP and Infinix Smart3 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Note 30 VIP leads Infinix Smart3 Plus by 517.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (55/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (79/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (46/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (68/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart3 Plus notably outperforms the Infinix Note 30 VIP (85/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 30 VIP or the Infinix Smart3 Plus?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus by 40 points (58/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 30 VIP and the Infinix Smart3 Plus?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Infinix Smart3 Plus — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 30 VIP or the Infinix Smart3 Plus?
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 Smart3 Plus?
The Infinix Note 30 VIP leads on performance (55/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 30 VIP over the Infinix Smart3 Plus?
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 15/100).