The gaming phone landscape has evolved rapidly over the past few years. Meanwhile, Infinix has been one OEM that has not only kept up with the pace but also introduced new and highly innovative features that serve gamers in a unique way. The latest in its impressive lineup of phones is the GT 20 Pro, a powerhouse that is set to offer buyers a great gaming experience. It seems like every aspect of this device has been designed to enhance its gaming prowess, which begs the question – how well does it fare against its prime rival, the POCO X6 Pro? We are here to answer this specific question, so let’s get started.
Design – Gaming-centric or a safer option?
The highlight of the GT 20 Pro is its cyber mecha design. Clearly, Infinix has understood what gamers want. It's not just the unique arrangement of LED lights but also its crazy mecha aesthetic that draws you to this Infinix device. The metal-like rear surface feels sturdy no matter which of the three available colours you choose. There's Mecha Blue, which gives a frosty cool look and a Mecha Orange for a fiery warm hue. And for those who prefer neutral tones, there's the Mecha Silver option.
Infinix GT 20 Pro owners will be able to customize the Mecha Loop LED lighting in eight color combinations as well as four different lighting effects. On the other hand, the POCO X6 Pro comes with a vegan leather back cover that can be worn in colors like black, silver and yellow. As is evident, the Infinix GT 20 Pro gives us a lot to talk about with its design. It's edgy, futuristic and everything you want from your gaming phone.
Display – The higher the refresh rate the better!
Having a good display is crucial to the success of a gaming phone, as visuals can make or break the appeal of a game. The Infinix GT 20 features a large 6.78-inch AMOLED screen. Its 10-bit nature allows it to deliver a vast array of colours that bring new life to any content being viewed on it. Furthermore, this display has a 144Hz refresh rate, which makes for smoother motion and higher framerates. This increased refresh rate can make the gaming experience even more responsive, which can be crucial in competitive online matches.
On the other hand, the POCO X6 Pro has a smaller display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is still an AMOLED panel, so you can expect great visuals from it. However, when it comes to choosing one of the two, the Infinix GT 20 Pro is the clear winner in the display department due to its high refresh rate.
Gaming performance – which phone has a distinct advantage?
One of the most annoying things for gamers is the framerate drops and sudden performance stutters. Hence, it is always expected that robust hardware will do the job for them. The Infinix GT 20 Pro is powered by a 4nm MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate chipset clocked at 3.1GHz. This flagship chip promises a smooth gaming experience even in the most demanding games. Hence, it comes as no surprise that it managed to score over 9,50,000 on AnTuTu. Moreover, this is India's first phone to feature the Dimensity 8200 Ultimate SoC, but that's not the only unique aspect of its internal setup.
The GT 20 Pro features a dedicated gaming display chip by Pixelworks. To take the visual experience to the next level, this chip uses MEMC and visual enhancement technology to increase the frame rate of games up to 90fps. (Globally, it is capable of achieving speeds of up to 120 FPS in popular mobile games like PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, etc.) This means you can get even higher framerates that developers want in their games. This will bring a lot of fluidity and extra smoothness to the visuals, which will do wonders for the immersive level of your favourite games and, who knows, might even give you a slight advantage in online matches. And since all this is happening with the help of a dedicated chip, the power consumption levels are extremely low.
With a dual chip framework (MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate and Pixelworks chipset), users have access to a special e-sports X-Boost mode that further improves performance when playing demanding games. On the other hand, the POCO X6 Pro also has a flagship MediaTek chipset in the form of the 4nm Dimensity 8300 Ultra. With a clock speed of 3.35GHz, its CPU power is higher than the Infinix device and its AnTuTu score is also higher than 1,464,000. This means that the POCO phone has slightly more power but when playing high-end games, the difference will be almost unnoticeable.
So, while the POCO X6 Pro comes with a slightly better CPU, any pure gamer will tell you that the presence of the segment-first Pixelworks chip inside the Infinix GT 20 Pro adds huge value to its offering. The boosted framerates add an overall visual flair that is not possible on other devices, no matter how strong their chipsets are.
Software and Security – Make the Best Choice
The Infinix GT 20 Pro's great design is thanks to the use of robust materials that protect it from minor drops and scratches. Apart from this, the device also features an IP54 rating that gives it a high level of protection from dust particles and a fair amount of protection from water, further enhancing its robustness. Talking about its software, the handset comes with a clean Android experience that is specially designed for the GT 20 Pro. The smartphone runs the latest XOS 14 skin based on Android 14. With an excustom version of Android that is devoid of unnecessary buggies and bloatware apps that often ruin the overall user experience.
On the other hand, the POCO X6 Pro features Xiaomi's HyperOS software which is known to be a slightly heavier Android skin. Like the GT 20 Pro, this device also features an in-display fingerprint sensor for security, and it also offers the same IP54 rating for durability. And while the Infinix handset promises two years of OS updates and 36 months of security patches, the POCO phone offers users three years of OS updates and four years of security patches. As you can see, things are pretty similar in the durability and security departments, but if you want a clean and clutter-free software experience, you must choose the Infinix GT 20.
Camera – capable hardware is the key
Photography might not be something that all gamers focus on, but Infinix has still given its best in the camera department. It has equipped the GT 20 Pro with a 108MP OIS triple camera setup. Whenever you turn on this phone's camera, you can expect highly detailed and colour accurate shots. Moreover, the presence of macro and depth sensors further adds to the versatility offered here. The OIS guarantees shake-free 4K videos, while the Super Night mode ensures that low-light shots have great clarity. There's also a dual video mode for vloggers to take advantage of. As for selfies, they look crisp and glamorous thanks to the presence of a 32MP front camera.
On the other hand, the POCO X6 Pro has a 64MP main sensor paired with an ultra-wide and macro sensor. You can expect this phone to take clear photos during the daytime, but night-time photos suffer due to the absence of a robust Night mode. For selfies, there is a 16MP front camera on the X6 Pro, which offers only half the resolution of the Infinix phone's selfie snapper. As we said, photography is not a major factor for gamers when deciding to buy a new phone, but Infinix has still done enough to attract customers who love taking pictures.
Other key points
Both these devices have a 5,000mAh battery, making them ideal for extremely long hours of gaming. But the Infinix phone has a feature that lets you play games without worrying about battery life. It's called bypass charging. When the phone is connected to a charging cable, bypass charging directly powers your gaming instead of charging the battery, bringing added stability to performance in addition to reducing the overall temperature.
Unfortunately, the POCO X6 Pro doesn't come with a bypass charging feature, which is a big disadvantage for those looking to buy the phone. It does come with 67W charging compared to the Infinix phone's 45W charging, but that's clearly not a huge advantage. Moving on, both phones offer great sound through their dual stereo speakers. However, the speakers on the Infinix GT 20 Pro offer JBL-tuned audio, which will definitely add a bang to the sounds coming out of the device, whether you're gaming or consuming content.
conclusion
The Infinix GT 20 is the clear winner in this comparison. It gives gamers everything they expect from a gaming phone. Its cyber mecha design is a treat to the eyes and sets it apart not just from the POCO X6 Pro but also from all other gaming phones. While on paper the POCO X6 Pro has a slight edge in terms of processor, in reality, the Infinix GT 20 Pro is at par in terms of overall performance and even has a slight edge when it comes to gaming. Features like a high refresh rate display, state-of-the-art cameras, and bypass charging make the GT 20 Pro a much better option than the POCO X6 Pro.
