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 (981,459 vs 493,222); the Infinix Zero 30 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 30
Realme 8i
What makes Infinix Zero 30 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 981459 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 1120 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3665 vs 1793
- 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 40/100)
- 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 40/100). 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 40/100). 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 30 | Realme 8i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 981459 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | 674 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | 1793 | |
| 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/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 8i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 30
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Realme 8i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
Realme 8i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 30 and Realme 8i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Zero 30 leads Realme 8i by 99.0% 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 40/100).
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 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 30 over the Realme 8i?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Infinix Zero 30 (89/100 vs 66/100).