Infinix Hot 40 vs Redmi K100
The Infinix Hot 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 365,001); the Infinix Hot 40 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 40
Redmi K100
What makes Infinix Hot 40 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 234g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40 vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (59/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40 | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13.5 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 40
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 40
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 40
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 40 and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Infinix Hot 40 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (92/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (94/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (59/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40 and the Redmi K100?
The Infinix Hot 40 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 40 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40 over the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.