Infinix Zero 30 vs ZTE Axon 30S
The Infinix Zero 30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, while the ZTE Axon 30S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 30 leads — 61/100 vs 54/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Zero 30 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 30S is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 981,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 30
ZTE Axon 30S
What makes Infinix Zero 30 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3665 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 68W vs 55W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 185g vs 189g
- Better camera (54/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 67/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 30S better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 981459
- Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 1120
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 30 vs the ZTE Axon 30S, the Infinix Zero 30 scores 7 points higher (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 leads (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 leads (53/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 30S and the Infinix Zero 30 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (53/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 30 | ZTE Axon 30S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 981459 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4200 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 55W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×75.0×7.9 mm | 170.2×77.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 30
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Axon 30S
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 30
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
ZTE Axon 30S
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 30
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 30S
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 30 and ZTE Axon 30S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 30S leads Infinix Zero 30 by 2.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 30S and the Infinix Zero 30 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 30 is a bit better (54/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 30 notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 30S (53/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 30S are nearly equal (69/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 30 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Infinix Zero 30 edges out the ZTE Axon 30S by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 30 and the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Infinix Zero 30 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the ZTE Axon 30S — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 30 or the ZTE Axon 30S?
The Infinix Zero 30 leads on camera score (54/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 30 over the ZTE Axon 30S?
The ZTE Axon 30S is a better fit for active users.