Infinix hasdebuted a foldable smartphone, the ZERO Flip 5G in India, coming with the largest cover display and the biggest battery in the sub-Rs 50,000 price bracket. The smartphone launched with a price tag of Rs 49,999, which places it in direct competition with TECNO’s identically priced debut flip phone – Phantom V Flip 5G. Let’s compare the price and specifications to determine which of these two sub-Rs 50,000 flip smartphones is worth your money.
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Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Specs at a Glance
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Price in India
Smartphone
Variant
Launch Price
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G
8GB+512GB
Rs 49,999
TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G
8GB+256GB
Rs 49,999
As you can see, the Infinix ZERO Flip 5G and TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G launched with a price tag of Rs 49,999. However, while the RAM is the same, the ZERO Flip 5G offers double the storage.
Currently, the Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is available for Rs 44,999 for a limited duration with bank offers. On the other hand, the TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G sells for Rs 52,999 on Amazon.
The result is clear here. The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G, with a cheaper price tag and double the storage, is the more value-for-money offering of these two.
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Design
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is available in Rock Black and Violet Garden colours. When unfolded, it measures 179.75 x 73.4 x 7.64mm and 87.49 x 73.4 x 16.04mm in folded state. The smartphone weighs 195 grams. There is no IP rating, which means the device is not certified for dust and water resistance.
The TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G can be purchased in Mystic Dawn and Iconic Black colours. When unfolded, the handset measures 171.72 x 74.05 x 6.95mm and 88.77 x 74.05 x 14.95mm when folded. It weighs 194 grams. This device also lacks an IP rating.
Both phones look alike but the TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G is slimmer and lighter than the latest Infinix ZERO Flip 5G, so, it can be a preferable choice for many.
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Display
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G has a 6.9-inch Flexible AMOLED with LTPO panel. The display offers 1080 x 2640 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, 1,400 nits peak brightness, and UTG protection. The cover display flaunts a 3.6-inch AMOLED panel with 1056 x 1066 pixels resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 1,100nits brightness. A layer of Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protects the cover display.
The TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G features a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ screen resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The screen offers a peak brightness of 1,000 nits but is missing a protective layer. The cover display is a 1.32-inch AMOLED panel with 800 nits peak brightness and Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5 G wins in the display department. With a brighter inner display featuring a protective layer and a larger cover display, the Infinix ZERO Flip 5G wins in the display department. Not only is the cover display much larger but it also flaunts higher brightness, the latest Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection, and a 120Hz refresh rate.
Moreover, the cover display has a more conventional form factor than the circular one on the TECNO Phantom V Flip. This means users can access over 100 optimised apps on the ZERO Flip 5G.
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Processor
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is powered by a 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 8020 SoC, accompanied by a Mali-G77 MP9 GPU. The processor is backed by 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM, 8GB Extended RAM, and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage.
The TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G features a slightly more powerful 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 8050 processor with Mali-G77 MP9 GPU. The smartphone features faster 8GB LPDDR5X RAM without extended RAM and lesser 256GB UFS 3.1 internal storage.
While there’s a negligible difference in performance between the two processors, the Infinix ZERO Flip 5G takes the crown here with double the internal storage. Moreover, the extended RAM allows users to utilise 8GB of onboard storage as additional RAM if need be.
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Software
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G comes with XOS 14 based on Android 14. The handset is eligible for two OS updates and three years of security patches. As part of the Infinix AI suite, the device also comes with a host of AI features.
The TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G boots HIOS 13.5 based on Android 13. The brand has assured two years of OS and three security updates. The device is equipped with Ella 3.0 GPT for AI features.
Both phones have a similar software update policy but the Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is the better of the two since it boots Android 14 out of the box and will receive support up to Android 16. On the other hand, the Phantom V Flip 5 will get support only up to Android 15.
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Cameras
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G features a 50MP OIS primary lens and a 50MP ultrawide camera. The main display features a 50MP selfie camera with PDAF.
The TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G also features a dual camera setup: a 64MP main camera and a 13MP ultrawide-angle lens. On the inside, the device features a 32MP selfie camera.
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G wins in the camera department, with a powerful sensor across the table. You get two 50MP cameras for the primary system with OIS and a 50MP selfie camera backed by PDAF.
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Battery and Charging
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is powered by a 4,720mAh battery with support for 70W wired fast charging.
The TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G features a smaller 4,000mAh battery with slower 45W wired fast charging.
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is a better battery phone between the two, with more battery capacity and faster charging support.
Infinix ZERO Flip 5G vs TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G: Verdict
The Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is around Rs 7,000 cheaper right now and a better device in almost every department. You get a brighter primary display, abigger and more useful cover display, more storage, much better cameras, and a massive battery.
The TECNO Phantom V Flip 5G is more expensive and falls shorter than the competition. In short, if you have to choose between these two, the Infinix ZERO Flip 5G is the one to pick.
