Infinix Zero 5G vs Motorola Edge 30 Neo: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing fast charging and a brighter display, the Motorola Edge 30 Neo is the better choice. However, users who heavily rely on demanding applications and value raw CPU power will find the Infinix Zero 5G a more suitable option, despite its slower charging.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Infinix Zero 5G | Motorola Edge 30 Neo |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - X6815 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 43 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - X6815 | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - X6815B | - | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, February 08 | 2022, September 08 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, March 03 | Available. Released 2022, October 07 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 168.7 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm (6.64 x 3.01 x 0.35 in) | 152.9 x 71.2 x 7.8 mm (6.02 x 2.80 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 199 g (7.05 oz) | 155 g (5.47 oz) |
| - | Splash and dust resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1080 x 2460 pixels (~388 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~419 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.78 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~88.1% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.28 inches, 95.2 cm2 (~87.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 120Hz, 500 nits (peak) | P-OLED, 120Hz |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 900 (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MC4 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 12, planned upgrade to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dual | - | 64 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.97", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF |
| Features | Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.76", 1.12µm | - |
| Triple | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF 13 MP, f/2.5, 50mm (telephoto), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 2 MP | - |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30/60/120fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.76", 1.12µm | 32 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.0", 0.7µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 33W wired | 68W wired 5W wireless |
| Type | 5000 mAh | Li-Po 4020 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Cosmic Black, Skylight Orange, Horizon Blue | Very Peri, Black Onyx, Ice Palace, Aqua Foam |
| Models | X6815, X6815B | XT2245-1 |
| Price | About 250 EUR | € 156.44 / $ 185.00 / £ 229.00 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 140h | Endurance rating 104h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1610:1 (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -27.6 LUFS (Good) | -26.4 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 419083 (v8), 487639 (v9) GeekBench: 2169 (v5.1) GFXBench: 19fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 380818 (v9) GeekBench: 1964 (v5.1) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Infinix Zero 5G
- More powerful CPU for demanding tasks
- Potentially longer battery life (based on endurance rating)
- May offer better value for performance-focused users
- Slower charging speed (33W)
- Dimmer display, less visible outdoors
- Limited camera information
Motorola Edge 30 Neo
- Significantly brighter display for outdoor use
- Much faster charging (68W wired, 5W wireless)
- Potentially better thermal management
- Less powerful CPU compared to the Dimensity 900
- Lower endurance rating
- Camera details are unknown
Display Comparison
The Motorola Edge 30 Neo boasts a significantly brighter display, reaching a measured 1004 nits compared to the Infinix Zero 5G’s 499 nits. This translates to superior outdoor visibility. While the Infinix advertises a 1610:1 contrast ratio, the Motorola claims an 'Infinite' contrast ratio, typical of OLED panels, suggesting deeper blacks and more vivid colors. The lack of specific panel technology details for the Infinix Zero 5G makes a direct comparison difficult, but the Motorola’s OLED panel is likely to offer wider viewing angles and better color reproduction.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but lack detailed camera specifications in the provided data. Without sensor size, aperture, or OIS details, a meaningful comparison is limited. However, given the market positioning, it’s reasonable to assume the Motorola Edge 30 Neo may prioritize image processing for social media sharing, while the Infinix Zero 5G might lean towards a more natural look. The absence of information regarding features like night mode or video stabilization makes it difficult to assess their photographic strengths.
Performance
The Infinix Zero 5G’s Mediatek Dimensity 900, built on a 6nm process, features a more powerful CPU configuration with 2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 cores and 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores, compared to the Motorola Edge 30 Neo’s Snapdragon 695 5G with 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold and 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver cores. This suggests the Zero 5G will excel in CPU-intensive tasks. However, the Snapdragon 695 benefits from Qualcomm’s optimized software and potentially better thermal management, which could lead to more sustained performance under heavy load. Both chips are 6nm, offering good efficiency, but the Dimensity 900’s core architecture provides a theoretical performance advantage.
Battery Life
The Infinix Zero 5G has an endurance rating of 140 hours, while the Motorola Edge 30 Neo scores 104 hours. This suggests the Zero 5G offers better battery life, despite having a potentially smaller battery capacity (not specified). However, the Edge 30 Neo compensates with significantly faster charging – 68W wired and 5W wireless – compared to the Zero 5G’s 33W wired charging. This means the Edge 30 Neo can quickly top up its battery, mitigating the lower endurance rating. A full charge on the Edge 30 Neo will be considerably faster than on the Zero 5G.
Buying Guide
Buy the Infinix Zero 5G if you need a phone capable of handling intensive tasks like video editing or demanding mobile games, and are willing to trade off charging speed for processing power. Buy the Motorola Edge 30 Neo if you prefer a phone with a vibrant, easily visible display, exceptionally fast charging, and a more streamlined user experience focused on everyday tasks.