Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs Nokia XR21
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 leads — 47/100 vs 46/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is faster in AnTuTu (731,937 vs 592,015); the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
Nokia XR21
What makes Infinix Zero 5G 2023 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 731937 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 1032 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2507 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 201g vs 231g
- Higher performance (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 vs the Nokia XR21, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 scores 1 points higher (47/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (49/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5G 2023 | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 2101 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.5×8.9 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 5G 2023
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Zero 5G 2023 leads Nokia XR21 by 23.6% 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 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (49/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Nokia XR21?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 edges out the Nokia XR21 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 and the Nokia XR21?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 or the Nokia XR21?
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 leads on performance (52/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 over the Nokia XR21?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 (49/100 vs 24/100).