Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs Redmi Note 17
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (2022) runs on the Unisoc T610, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 17 leads — 33/100 vs 17/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is noticeably lighter (209g vs 225g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
Redmi Note 17
- Lighter: 209g vs 225g
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 18/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs the Redmi Note 17, the Redmi Note 17 scores 16 points higher (33/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (38/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T610 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 600942 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2210 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×78.0×8.9 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 225 g | |
| Price | — | $185 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (60/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (38/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 is noticeably better than the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC and the Redmi Note 17?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC over the Redmi Note 17?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.