Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs Nokia G42
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 leads — 47/100 vs 39/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is faster in AnTuTu (731,937 vs 477,542); the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
Nokia G42
What makes Infinix Zero 5G 2023 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 731937 vs 477542
- Better Geekbench Single: 1032 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2507 vs 1816
- Faster charging: 33W vs 20W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (52/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 201g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs the Nokia G42, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 scores 8 points higher (47/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5G 2023 | Nokia G42 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 477542 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 1816 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 560 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.5×8.9 mm | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and Nokia G42, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 leads Nokia G42 by 53.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia G42 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (57/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Nokia G42?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 edges out the Nokia G42 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia G42?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Nokia G42 — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Nokia G42?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 leads on performance (52/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 over the Nokia G42?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (66/100 vs 44/100).