Infinix Zero 30 vs Vivo Y21

The Infinix Zero 30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the Vivo Y21 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 30 leads — 61/100 vs 44/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Infinix Zero 30 is faster in AnTuTu (979,624 vs 524,785); the Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 209g).

The Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y21 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 30
Performance 59
Display 89
Camera 54
Battery 53
Portability 69
Value for money
Vivo Y21
Performance 43
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 58
Portability 49
Value for money 56
What makes Infinix Zero 30 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 979624 vs 524785
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1120 vs 771
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3665 vs 1980
  • Faster charging: 68W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 185g vs 209g

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (54/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (69/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (58/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 30 vs the Vivo Y21, the Infinix Zero 30 scores 17 points higher (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 leads (59/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 leads (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (59/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (69/100 vs 49/100).

Infinix Zero 30: The Infinix Zero 30 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y21: The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Zero 30 Vivo Y21
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
AnTuTu 979624 524785
Geekbench Single 1120 771
Geekbench Multi 3665 1980
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 720x1600
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6500 mAh
Charging 68W 44W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB 128GB
OS Android 13, XOS 13 Android 16, OriginOS 6
Brightness (peak) 950 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP65
Dimensions 164.5×75.0×7.9 mm 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm
Weight 185 g 209 g
Launch price $178
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 30
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 50MP
54
camera
Vivo Y21
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 30
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Vivo Y21
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 30
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Vivo Y21
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
58
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Zero 30 and Vivo Y21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Zero 30 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
61/100
979624 AnTuTu
Vivo Y21 MediaTek Dimensity 6300
44/100 -86.7%
524785 AnTuTu

Infinix Zero 30 leads Vivo Y21 by 86.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Zero 30
Price unknown
Vivo Y21
$178
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (59/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y21 (89/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (54/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21 is a bit better (58/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the Vivo Y21 (69/100 vs 49/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Vivo Y21?

The Infinix Zero 30 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y21 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 30 and the Vivo Y21?

The Infinix Zero 30 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Vivo Y21 — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Vivo Y21?

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

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 30 or the Vivo Y21?

The Infinix Zero 30 leads on performance (59/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 30 over the Vivo Y21?

The Infinix Zero 30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y21 is a better fit for everyday use.