Lava Blaze X vs Infinix Zero 5G : The Lava Blaze X and Infinix Zero 5G 2023 quietly fight to attract attention as these two most popular smartphone marvels just under ₹15,000. Both come with 5G capabilities, their sturdy specifications, nice big displays, and great looks for the budget crowd. If so, which among the two has the better proposition? How have we compared them on design, performance, camera, battery, and everything else?
Design And Display
A Lava Blaze X is an express winner in design, way ahead with modern looks, glass back, and a curved AMOLED screen, which is a rare sight in this price segment. It boasts a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, which otherwise seems a very premium IMHO-for-all-these-flagships-looking card.
The Infinix Zero 5G 2023 has a 6.78-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD, rather larger than average, with a 120Hz refresh rate. But in all honesty, nothing can be compared to AMOLED in terms of deeper contrast. The plastic back of the phone has a glossy finish and rounded edges. Compared to the high-end glass architecture of the Blaze X, the design seems rather bland.
Hence, as far as overall design and visual quality with AMOLED display are concerned, Lava Blaze X should be declared the deserving winner.
Performance And Software
Inside Lava Blaze X, there is a MediaTek Dimensity 6020 chipset with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. A bit-for-here-social-media-and-easy-casual-gaming. If multitasking is too much, maybe some extra virtual RAM expansion?
Performance-wise, we’d give an edge to the Infinix Zero 5G 2023, especially on gaming or multitasking optimization, courtesy of the MediaTek Dimensity 920 chipset. It also comes with the same memory configuration with up to 8GB RAM and 128GB storage.
So, if performance forms the basis of comparison only, the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 will take an edge in that league of 5G phones with the even better performer, Dimensity 920 SoC.
Camera Performance
In Lava Blaze X, there is a dual-camera configuration with a 64MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The pictures taken during bright sunlight are well-defined and colorful; I found the camera app to be good enough for an average user.
Behind the Infinix Zero 5G 2023, three lenses are housed within one module, a 50MP primary sensor, a 2MP secondary depth-sensing sensor, and an AI lens. Overall processing skills aren’t that good; once in a while, it tends to oversharpen or oversaturate colours because of its AI processing.
Camera-wise, Lava Blaze X has an edge in taking high-res images that maintain better contrast and detail.
Battery and Charging
Both smartphones are well-endowed with fast charging and larger batteries. From the specs, both Lava Blaze X and Infinix Zero 5G 2023 are endowed with a 5000mAh battery and 33W fast charging.
Both will last a day under normal to slightly more intensive use. Charging speed is practically equal, so one could say a tie as far as these two are concerned.
Software Experience
Lava Blaze X is based on free stock Android 13, presenting the purest UI and thus a smooth user experience.
In contrast, this one is an overstated UI with boatloads of extra features based on Android 12, complete with unwanted pre-loaded applications laced with ads inside the UI.
A Lava Blaze X would be ideal for anyone who enjoys a pure Android experience.
Price And Value
Lava Blaze X with 4GB and 128GB starts from 11,999 ₹ and goes up to 13,999 ₹ for the model with 8GB of RAM.
And about Infinix Zero 5G 2023, it was launched for somewhere close to ₹15,000, but now it can be picked up for an even better price during sale times.
Maximum by Lava Blaze X for good value due to its AMOLED display, clear software experience, and being an Indian brand.
If you want looks, an AMOLED display, a clean Android experience, and good camera performance, go with Lava Blaze X. It also takes pride in being a Made in India smartphone, a fact that might attract some buyers supporting Indian brands.
On the other hand, if you prefer gaming/multitasking performance, somewhat laced with a bit of bloatware, then the Infinix Zero 5G 2023 sure is a very strong contender. Speed with a huge screen size will definitely work in its favor.
In terms of features, both Lava Blaze X and Infinix Zero 5G 2023 highly impress in this price segment. Blaze X has a clear edge in design and user experience, while Zero 5G 2023 is a performer. Perfect match depends upon individual choice: a design with software, or sheer power with speed.