Infinix Zero 30 vs Realme 8i

The Infinix Zero 30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Realme 8i (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 30 leads — 61/100 vs 43/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Infinix Zero 30 is faster in AnTuTu (979,624 vs 493,222); the Infinix Zero 30 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8i doesn't.

The Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably better than the Realme 8i — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 30
Performance 59
Display 89
Camera 54
Battery 53
Portability 69
Value for money
Realme 8i
Performance 41
Display 66
Camera 32
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money
What makes Infinix Zero 30 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 979624 vs 493222
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1120 vs 678
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3665 vs 1895
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 185g vs 194g

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better portability (69/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Realme 8i better?

  • Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 30 vs the Realme 8i, the Infinix Zero 30 scores 18 points higher (61/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 leads (59/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 leads (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (59/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (54/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).

Infinix Zero 30: The Infinix Zero 30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme 8i: The Realme 8i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Zero 30 Realme 8i
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 MediaTek Helio G96
AnTuTu 979624 493222
Geekbench Single 1120 678
Geekbench Multi 3665 1895
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2412
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 68W 18W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, XOS 13 Android 11, Realme UI 2.0
Brightness (peak) 950 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 164.5×75.0×7.9 mm 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm
Weight 185 g 194 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 30
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 50MP
54
camera
Realme 8i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 30
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Realme 8i
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 30
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Realme 8i
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Zero 30 and Realme 8i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Zero 30 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
61/100
979624 AnTuTu
Realme 8i MediaTek Helio G96
43/100 -98.6%
493222 AnTuTu

Infinix Zero 30 leads Realme 8i by 98.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (59/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (89/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Realme 8i (54/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (69/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Realme 8i?

The Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably better than the Realme 8i — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 30 and the Realme 8i?

The Infinix Zero 30 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Realme 8i — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Realme 8i?

The Infinix Zero 30 leads on camera score (54/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Realme 8i?

The Infinix Zero 30 leads on performance (59/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 30 over the Realme 8i?

The Infinix Zero 30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme 8i is a better fit for everyday use.