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The mid-range smartphone market is heating up, and two contenders vying for your attention are the Infinix GT 20 Pro and the Poco X6 Pro. Both offer impressive specs and features at competitive prices, but which one reigns supreme? Let's delve into their strengths and weaknesses to help you decide. Display: The Poco X6 Pro boasts a superior display on paper. It has a 6.67-inch 12-bit OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, 1800 nits peak brightness and a staggering 1920Hz PWM dimming for smoother visuals and reduced eye strain. The Infinix GT 20 Pro counters with a slightly larger 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a still-smooth 144Hz refresh rate, 1300 nits peak brightness and 2340Hz PWM dimming. Performance: The Poco X6 Pro packs a punch with the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra processor, potentially offering a slight edge in raw performance. However, the Infinix GT 20 Pro's Dimensity 8200 Ultimate processor shouldn't be far behind. Both phones come with LPDDR5x RAM for fast mul

Trying to decide between the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8a ? These phones offer a similar Google experience, but with some key differences that can affect your budget and how you use your phone. Here's a breakdown to help you choose. Display: Both phones boast beautiful OLED displays with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate for a fantastic viewing experience. The Pixel 8 has a slightly larger 6.2-inch display compared to the Pixel 8a's 6.1-inch, but the difference is minor. They share equally impressive 1400 nits HDR and a whopping 2000 nits maximum brightness, making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor use.  However, the Pixel 8 offers the more premium Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for better scratch resistance, while the Pixel 8a uses Gorilla Glass 3. Performance: Both phones pack the powerful Google Tensor G3 processor and 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM, so you can expect smooth performance for everyday tasks and even gaming. Storage options are identical too, with  128GB or 256GB UFS 3.1 conf

Looking for a mid-range phone with a smooth display and long battery life? Both the Vivo Y100 4G and Redmi Note 13 4G offer compelling options at a similar price point (59,999 PKR for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage variant). But which one reigns supreme? Let's break down their key features to help you decide. Display: Both phones boast a near-identical 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1800 nits. However, the Redmi Note 13 4G throws in an extra layer of protection with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Performance: Under the hood, both devices pack the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 processor, ensuring smooth performance for everyday tasks. The Vivo Y100 4G boasts 8GB of RAM with an additional 8GB of virtual RAM for enhanced multitasking, while the Redmi Note 13 4G offers options between 6GB and 8GB RAM. Storage: Here's a key differentiator. The Vivo Y100 4G offers a fixed 256GB storage option, which might be ideal for users who store a lot

Looking to upgrade your Huawei phone? Deciding between the new Huawei Pura 70 Pro and the previous flagship P60 Pro can be tricky. Here's a breakdown of their key specs to help you decide: Display: Pura 70 Pro: Slightly larger 6.8-inch OLED display with a higher 2844 x 1260 resolution and a whopping 2500 nits peak brightness. P60 Pro: Slightly smaller 6.67-inch OLED display with a still-sharp 2700 x 1220 resolution and a peak brightness of 1200 nits. Both phones boast 120Hz refresh rates for smooth scrolling and LTPO technology for improved battery efficiency. Performance: Pura 70 Pro: Huawei's latest Kirin 9010 processor, the details of which are yet to be revealed. P60 Pro: Proven Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor with established benchmarks. Without independent reviews of the Kirin 9010, it's difficult to say definitively which phone is faster. However, the P60 Pro's processor has a strong track record. Camera: Pura 70 Pro: 50MP main camera with a variabl

Both the Vivo V30e and OnePlus Nord CE 4 are vying for your attention in the crowded mid-range smartphone market. But which one emerges victorious? Let's break down their key features to help you decide. Display: Nord CE 4: Slightly smaller 6.67-inch flat AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and impressive 1100 nits peak brightness for outdoor viewing. Vivo V30e: Larger 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a respectable 1300 nits peak brightness. Performance: Nord CE 4: Packs the newer Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor, potentially offering a slight edge in performance. Vivo V30e: Uses the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, which is still capable but might be a touch behind. RAM and Storage: Both: Offer 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM with 8GB of virtual RAM for a smoother experience. Nord CE 4: Provides 128GB or 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage, potentially offering faster read/write speeds. (Expandable storage uses a hybrid SIM slot) Vivo V30e: Offers 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 sto

Vivo offers two compelling mid-range options in the V30 and V30e. But which one is right for you? Let's break down their key features to help you decide. Display: Both phones boast a large 6.78-inch curved AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate. However, the V30 steps ahead with a sharper 1.5K resolution compared to the V30e's FHD+. Additionally, the V30 offers a significantly brighter display at 2800 nits peak brightness compared to the V30e's 1300 nits. Performance: The V30 packs a more powerful punch with the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor. This translates to smoother performance for demanding apps and games. The V30e utilizes the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, which is still capable but might show limitations in multitasking or heavier games. Storage and RAM: The V30 boasts more RAM options, including 12GB variants for those who need extra muscle for multitasking. Both phones come in 128GB and 256GB storage options, but the V30 offers a top-tier 512GB variant for those w

Looking for an affordable 5G phone with a big battery? Both the Vivo Y38 5G and iQOO Z9x 5G offer similar features at a competitive price point. Let's dive into the details to see which one might be the right fit for you. Display: Both phones boast large displays with 120Hz refresh rates for smooth scrolling and a touch of responsiveness in games. The iQOO Z9x 5G edges out the Y38 5G with a slightly larger 6.72-inch FHD+ panel compared to the Y38's 6.68-inch HD+ display. Performance: The iQOO Z9x 5G holds the upper hand here with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor, a bump up from the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 in the Y38 5G. This translates to potentially smoother performance, especially for multitasking and gaming. Camera: Both phones sport a similar 50MP main rear sensor and an additional 2MP depth sensor. While specific sensor details are missing for the Y38 5G, the iQOO Z9x 5G boasts a Samsung sensor for its front camera, suggesting potentially better selfie quality. Batte

Samsung's Galaxy A series and F series are known for offering excellent features at competitive prices. Here's a breakdown of the Samsung Galaxy A55 and Samsung Galaxy F55 to help you decide which one reigns supreme for your needs. Display: Both phones boast large displays: A55 with a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED and F55 with a slightly bigger 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Plus. A55 takes the lead with a smoother 120Hz refresh rate and a superior 1650 nits peak brightness for exceptional outdoor viewing. F55 offers a standard 120Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness. Performance: A55 packs a punch with the Exynos 1480 chipset and AMD's Xclipse 530 GPU, ideal for demanding games and tasks. F55 goes for a reliable Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processor, suitable for everyday use and light gaming. Software: Both phones run the latest Android 14 with Samsung's One UI 6.1 interface and are guaranteed updates for the next 4 years with an additional 5 years of security patches. Came

Google's Pixel A-series offers excellent camera performance for a mid-range price. But with the new Pixel 8a on the horizon, should you wait, or is the Pixel 7a still a good deal? Let's break down the key differences. Display: Both phones have a similar 6.1-inch OLED display with FHD+ resolution. However, the Pixel 8a boasts a smoother 120Hz refresh rate for a more fluid experience, compared to the Pixel 7a's 90Hz refresh rate. The Pixel 8a also gets brighter, reaching 1400 nits compared to the Pixel 7a's 1000 nits. Performance: The Pixel 8a packs the latest Google Tensor G3 chip, while the Pixel 7a uses the Tensor G2. The newer chip should deliver better performance and power efficiency, especially for demanding tasks and future software updates. Camera: Both phones share the same 64MP main sensor and 13MP ultrawide sensor. However, rumors suggest the Pixel 8a might benefit from the Tensor G3's superior image processing capabilities. Battery: The Pixel 8a has a

Here's a comparison of the Infinix GT 20 Pro and Infinix Zero 30 5G to help you decide which phone is right for you: Display: GT 20 Pro: 6.78" AMOLED, 1080 x 2436 pixels, 144Hz refresh rate, 2304Hz PWM dimming, 1300 nits peak brightness Zero 30 5G: 6.78" AMOLED, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 144Hz refresh rate, 2160Hz PWM dimming , 950 nits peak brightness Both phones offer large AMOLED displays with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate for a great viewing experience. However, the GT 20 Pro boasts a slightly brighter display and higher PWM dimming for potentially better eye comfort. Performance: GT 20 Pro: Dimensity 8200 Ultimate, LPDDR5x RAM, UFS 3.1 storage, Pixelworks X5 Turbo gaming chip Zero 30 5G: Dimensity 8020, LPDDR5 RAM, UFS 3.1 storage The GT 20 Pro edges out the Zero 30 5G in raw performance with the more powerful Dimensity 8200 Ultimate processor and faster LPDDR5x RAM. It also throws in a dedicated gaming chip for potentially smoother gameplay. Camera: GT 20 Pro: 108MP

Looking for a powerful gaming phone from Infinix? We compare the specs of the GT 20 Pro and GT 10 Pro to help you decide which one reigns supreme. Display: GT 20 Pro:  Slightly larger 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a smoother 144Hz refresh rate and higher 2340Hz PWM dimming for reduced flicker. It boasts a brighter 1300 nits peak compared to the GT 10 Pro's 900 nits. GT 10 Pro:  6.67-inch AMOLED display with a still-respectable 120Hz refresh rate and 1920Hz PWM dimming. Performance: GT 20 Pro: Packs the punchier Dimensity 8200 Ultimate processor and offers options for 8GB or 12GB of the faster LPDDR5x RAM. It boasts a dedicated Pixelworks X5 Turbo gaming chip for enhanced gaming performance. GT 10 Pro: Powered by the Dimensity 8050 processor and comes with 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM. Storage: Both phones offer 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. Camera: Both phones share the same 108MP main sensor but the GT 20 Pro features OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) which can be helpful for reducing blur