Infinix Zero 5G vs Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G: Which 5G Phone Delivers More?

The Infinix Zero 5G and Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G represent compelling options in the increasingly competitive sub-$300 5G smartphone market. While both aim to deliver 5G connectivity and a modern feature set, they diverge significantly in their core hardware choices, particularly in chipset and charging technology. This comparison dissects these differences to determine which device offers the best overall experience.
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🏆 Quick Verdict

For the average user prioritizing fast charging and a potentially smoother software experience, the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G emerges as the better choice. Its 67W charging significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G’s 33W, and the Snapdragon 695 offers a stable, if not groundbreaking, performance profile.

PHONES
Phone Names Infinix Zero 5G Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - X68151, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Global
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - X68151, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - Global
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 1, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - X6815B1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA - India
Launch
Announced2022, February 082022, February 28
StatusAvailable. Released 2022, March 03Available. Released 2022, March 23
Body
BuildGlass front, plastic frame, plastic backGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, plastic frame
Dimensions168.7 x 76.5 x 8.8 mm (6.64 x 3.01 x 0.35 in)164.2 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm (6.46 x 3.00 x 0.32 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight199 g (7.05 oz)205 g (7.23 oz)
 -IP53, dust and splash resistant
Display
Protection-Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1080 x 2460 pixels (~388 ppi density)1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
Size6.78 inches, 113.7 cm2 (~88.1% screen-to-body ratio)6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD, 120Hz, 500 nits (peak)Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 700 nits, 1200 nits (peak)
Platform
CPUOcta-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)
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 900 (6 nm)Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
GPUMali-G68 MC4Adreno 619
OSAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 12, XOS 10.6Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO
Memory
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal128GB 8GB RAM64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
 UFS 3.1UFS 2.2
Main Camera
FeaturesQuad-LED flash, HDR, panoramaLED flash, HDR, panorama
Single16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.76", 1.12µm16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Triple48 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 MP108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF - Global version 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm, PDAF - India version 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps1080p@30fps
Selfie camera
FeaturesDual-LED flashHDR, panorama
Single16 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/2.76", 1.12µm16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm
Video1080p@30fps1080p@30fps
Sound
3.5mm jack YesYes
35mm jackYesYes
Loudspeaker YesYes, with stereo speakers
 -24-bit/192kHz audio
Comms
BluetoothYes5.1, A2DP, LE
Infrared port-Yes
NFCNoYes (market/region dependent)
PositioningGPSGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
RadioFM radioFM radio
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compassFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery
Charging33W wired67W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 70% in 22 min, 100% in 41 min
Type5000 mAhLi-Po 5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsCosmic Black, Skylight Orange, Horizon BlueLaser Black, Laser Blue, Poco Yellow
ModelsX6815, X6815B2201116PG
PriceAbout 250 EUR€ 160.40 / $ 419.99 / £ 255.00 / ₹ 12,940
SAR-1.06 W/kg (head)     1.09 W/kg (body)
SAR EU-0.60 W/kg (head)     0.96 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life Endurance rating 140h Endurance rating 119h
Camera Photo / Video Photo / Video
Display Contrast ratio: 1610:1 (nominal) Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker -27.6 LUFS (Good) -26.8 LUFS (Good)
Performance AnTuTu: 419083 (v8), 487639 (v9) GeekBench: 2169 (v5.1) GFXBench: 19fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) AnTuTu: 335353 (v8), 384646 (v9) GeekBench: 2063 (v5.1) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Infinix Zero 5G

  • Potentially higher CPU performance due to Cortex-A78 cores
  • Higher measured peak display brightness (499 nits)
  • Slightly better battery endurance rating (140h)

  • Slower 33W charging
  • Less refined software experience (potentially)
  • Dimensity 900 may be more prone to throttling

Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G

  • Significantly faster 67W charging with PD3.0/QC3 support
  • More stable and efficient Snapdragon 695 chipset
  • Potentially better contrast ratio with VA panel

  • Lower battery endurance rating (119h)
  • Lower peak CPU performance
  • Unspecified display brightness

Display Comparison

Both phones feature displays with a nominal contrast ratio, but the Poco X4 Pro 5G claims an 'Infinite' contrast ratio, suggesting a VA panel, while the Infinix Zero 5G lists a 1610:1 contrast ratio, indicating an IPS LCD. The Infinix Zero 5G’s measured peak brightness of 499 nits is a concrete figure, while the Poco X4 Pro 5G’s brightness remains unspecified. This suggests the Infinix Zero 5G may be more visible in direct sunlight. However, the panel technology difference impacts viewing angles and black levels, favoring the Poco X4 Pro 5G for media consumption.

Camera Comparison

Both devices list 'Photo / Video' capabilities, offering little concrete detail. Without sensor size or aperture information, a direct comparison is difficult. However, given the market positioning, it’s likely both phones rely on similar sensor tiers. The absence of specific camera details suggests neither phone is a standout performer in photography, focusing instead on providing a versatile camera experience for casual users. The usefulness of any included 2MP macro lenses on either device is questionable.

Performance

The core difference lies in the chipsets: the Infinix Zero 5G utilizes the Mediatek Dimensity 900 (6nm) with its octa-core configuration featuring two high-performance Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.4 GHz, while the Poco X4 Pro 5G employs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (6nm) with a slightly lower peak clock speed of 2.2 GHz on its Kryo 660 Gold cores. While the Dimensity 900’s A78 cores offer a theoretical performance advantage in CPU-intensive tasks, the Snapdragon 695 is known for its efficient power consumption and stable performance. The 6nm process node is shared, suggesting similar thermal characteristics, but the Dimensity 900 may be more prone to throttling under sustained load.

Battery Life

The Infinix Zero 5G boasts an endurance rating of 140 hours, while the Poco X4 Pro 5G achieves 119 hours. However, this difference is largely offset by the Poco X4 Pro 5G’s significantly faster 67W charging. The Poco X4 Pro 5G can reach 70% charge in 22 minutes and 100% in 41 minutes, a substantial advantage over the Infinix Zero 5G’s 33W charging. This means the Poco X4 Pro 5G’s lower endurance rating is mitigated by its ability to quickly top up the battery, making it more convenient for users who frequently need to recharge.

Buying Guide

Buy the Infinix Zero 5G if you prioritize raw CPU performance for demanding tasks and potentially benefit from the Dimensity 900’s Cortex-A78 cores. Buy the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G if you value faster charging speeds, a more refined user experience (potentially due to Xiaomi’s MIUI), and a more consistent, though slightly less powerful, overall performance profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is the Snapdragon 695 in the Poco X4 Pro 5G powerful enough for demanding games like PUBG or Call of Duty?
The Snapdragon 695 is capable of running PUBG and Call of Duty, but you'll likely need to lower graphics settings to achieve a consistently smooth frame rate. It's not a gaming powerhouse, but it provides a playable experience for casual gamers. Expect medium settings at 30-40 FPS.
❓ Does the Infinix Zero 5G’s Dimensity 900 chipset overheat during prolonged gaming sessions?
The Dimensity 900, while powerful, can be prone to thermal throttling under sustained load. While the 6nm process helps, demanding games may cause the phone to heat up, leading to reduced performance over time. The Poco X4 Pro 5G’s Snapdragon 695 is generally more efficient and less likely to throttle.
❓ How much faster is the 67W charging on the Poco X4 Pro 5G compared to the 33W charging on the Infinix Zero 5G in real-world use?
The 67W charging on the Poco X4 Pro 5G is significantly faster. It can fully charge the phone in approximately 41 minutes, while the Infinix Zero 5G will take considerably longer – likely exceeding an hour and a half. This difference is particularly noticeable for users who frequently need to top up their battery quickly.