Infinix Zero 30 vs Redmi Note 9S

The Infinix Zero 30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 30 leads — 61/100 vs 39/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 48 MP; the Infinix Zero 30 is faster in AnTuTu (979,624 vs 514,398); the Infinix Zero 30 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 9S doesn't; the Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 210g).

The Infinix Zero 30 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 22 points (61/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 30
Performance 59
Display 89
Camera 54
Battery 53
Portability 69
Value for money
Redmi Note 9S
Performance 41
Display 42
Camera 34
Battery 43
Portability 44
Value for money 40
What makes Infinix Zero 30 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 979624 vs 514398
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1120 vs 746
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3665 vs 1762
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
  • Lighter: 185g vs 210g

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better portability (69/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9S better?
  • Bigger battery: 5020 vs 5000 mAh

  • Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 30 vs the Redmi Note 9S, the Infinix Zero 30 scores 22 points higher (61/100 vs 39/100). 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 34/100). 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 Redmi Note 9S (59/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (54/100 vs 34/100). 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 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (69/100 vs 44/100).

Infinix Zero 30: The Infinix Zero 30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 9S: The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Zero 30 Redmi Note 9S
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
AnTuTu 979624 514398
Geekbench Single 1120 746
Geekbench Multi 3665 1762
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 2400x1080
Refresh rate 144 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5020 mAh
Charging 68W 18W
Main camera 108 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 256GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 13, XOS 13 Android 10
Brightness (peak) 950 nits 450 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 164.5×75.0×7.9 mm 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm
Weight 185 g 210 g
Launch price $200
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 30
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 50MP
54
camera
Redmi Note 9S
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 30
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Redmi Note 9S
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
42
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 30
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Redmi Note 9S
  • 5020 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Zero 30 and Redmi Note 9S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Zero 30 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
61/100
979624 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 9S Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G
39/100 -90.4%
514398 AnTuTu

Infinix Zero 30 leads Redmi Note 9S by 90.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Zero 30
Price unknown
Redmi Note 9S
$200
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (59/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (89/100 vs 42/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (54/100 vs 34/100).

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 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (69/100 vs 44/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Redmi Note 9S?

The Infinix Zero 30 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S by 22 points (61/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 30 and the Redmi Note 9S?

The Infinix Zero 30 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Redmi Note 9S — 39/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Redmi Note 9S?

The Infinix Zero 30 leads on camera score (54/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Redmi Note 9S?

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

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 30 over the Redmi Note 9S?

The Infinix Zero 30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for everyday use.