Infinix Zero X Pro vs OnePlus 9 Pro: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing raw performance and a refined software experience, the OnePlus 9 Pro is the clear winner. However, the Infinix Zero X Pro offers exceptional value, boasting competitive battery life and a decent camera system for a fraction of the cost.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Infinix Zero X Pro | OnePlus 9 Pro |
| 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 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - EU |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78 SA/NSA - EU |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat20 2000/200 Mbps, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| - | 1, 3, 28, 41, 78, 79 SA/NSA - CN | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, September 13 | 2021, March 23 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, September 17 | Available. Released 2021, March 30 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, glass back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 164.1 x 75.7 x 7.8 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.31 in) | 163.2 x 73.6 x 8.7 mm (6.43 x 2.90 x 0.34 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 193 g (6.81 oz) | 197 g (6.95 oz) |
| - | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 1440 x 3216 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~525 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~90.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED, 120Hz, 700 nits (peak) | LTPO Fluid2 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1300 nits (peak) |
| - | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6785V/CD Helio G95 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G76 MC4 | Adreno 660 |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, OxygenOS 14 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | No |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 2.2 | UFS 3.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Hasselblad Color Calibration, dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | - | 48 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.43", 1.12µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.4, 77mm (telephoto), 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3.3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, AF 2 MP, f/2.4, (monochrome) |
| Single | 16 MP, (wide), 1/2.76", 1.12µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Triple | 108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), 1/4.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, 5x optical zoom, OIS 8 MP, f/2.3, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, AF | - |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, Auto HDR, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, (wide), 1/2.76", 1.12µm | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| 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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 45W wired, 40% in 15 min | 65W wired, PD, 100% in 29 min 50W wireless, 100% in 43 min 5W reverse wireless |
| Type | 4500 mAh | Li-Po 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Nebula Black, Starry Silver, Tuscany Brown | Morning Mist, Forest Green, Stellar Black |
| Models | X6810, X6811, X6811B, MZ-Infinix X6811 | LE2121, LE2125, LE2123, LE2120, LE2127 |
| Price | About 180 EUR | € 246.17 / $ 264.95 / £ 287.00 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 119h | Endurance rating 86h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | -28.3 LUFS (Average) | -24.1 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 313652 (v8), 363939 (v9) GeekBench: 1674 (v5.1) GFXBench: 18fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | - |
Infinix Zero X Pro
- Exceptional battery life (119h endurance)
- More affordable price point
- Decent performance for everyday tasks
- Less powerful chipset compared to Snapdragon 888
- Lower display brightness
- Likely less refined camera system
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Flagship-level performance with Snapdragon 888
- Brighter and potentially higher-quality display
- Faster charging (wired and wireless)
- Shorter battery life (86h endurance)
- Significantly higher price
- Potential for thermal throttling under heavy load
Display Comparison
The OnePlus 9 Pro boasts a brighter display at 859 nits, compared to the Infinix Zero X Pro’s 515 nits. This translates to better visibility under direct sunlight for the OnePlus. While both are capable of displaying vibrant colors, the OnePlus 9 Pro likely benefits from a higher quality panel and potentially wider color gamut coverage, though this isn't specified in the data. The OnePlus 9 Pro’s display is also likely to have a higher refresh rate, contributing to smoother scrolling and animations, a feature absent from the provided Infinix specs. The lower brightness of the Zero X Pro may be noticeable for outdoor use.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature photo and video capabilities, but the specifics are lacking. Given the OnePlus 9 Pro’s flagship status, it likely incorporates a more sophisticated camera system with larger sensors, optical image stabilization (OIS), and advanced image processing algorithms. The OnePlus 9 Pro benefits from Hasselblad color calibration, a feature not present on the Infinix. While the Zero X Pro may offer acceptable image quality in good lighting conditions, the OnePlus 9 Pro will excel in low-light scenarios and provide greater detail and dynamic range. The absence of sensor size information makes a precise comparison difficult, but the OnePlus is expected to have a significant advantage.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The OnePlus 9 Pro’s Snapdragon 888 (5nm) is significantly more powerful than the Infinix Zero X Pro’s MediaTek Helio G95 (12nm). The Snapdragon 888’s Cortex-X1 prime core provides a substantial performance boost in demanding tasks like gaming and video editing. The 5nm fabrication process also contributes to better thermal efficiency, reducing throttling under sustained load. The Zero X Pro’s Helio G95 is a capable mid-range chip, but it will struggle with graphically intensive games and multitasking compared to the OnePlus. The OnePlus 9 Pro’s LPDDR5 RAM further enhances performance, offering faster data transfer speeds.
Battery Life
The Infinix Zero X Pro’s endurance rating of 119 hours surpasses the OnePlus 9 Pro’s 86 hours. This suggests the Zero X Pro offers significantly longer battery life on a single charge, despite potentially having a smaller battery capacity (not specified). However, the OnePlus 9 Pro compensates with much faster charging: 65W wired (100% in 29 minutes), 50W wireless (100% in 43 minutes), and even 5W reverse wireless charging. The Zero X Pro’s 45W wired charging (40% in 15 minutes) is respectable, but slower overall. The OnePlus 9 Pro’s wireless charging capabilities are a significant advantage.
Buying Guide
Buy the Infinix Zero X Pro if you need long battery life and are willing to compromise on peak performance and software polish. It’s ideal for users who prioritize endurance and affordability. Buy the OnePlus 9 Pro if you demand flagship-level speed, a superior display, and a more comprehensive camera system, and are prepared to pay a premium for it. This phone caters to power users and photography enthusiasts.