Infinix Hot 40i vs Redmi A5
The Infinix Hot 40i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $100 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 40i leads — 29/100 vs 25/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 40i is faster in AnTuTu (333,647 vs 193,858).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 40i
Redmi A5
What makes Infinix Hot 40i better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 333647 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 378 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1335 vs 781
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Higher performance (27/100 vs 11/100)
- Better display (44/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $100
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40i vs the Redmi A5, the Infinix Hot 40i scores 4 points higher (29/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Hot 40i leads (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 40i — 46/100, Redmi A5 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Infinix Hot 40i notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 40i is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 and the Infinix Hot 40i are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40i | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 193858 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 40i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 40i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 40i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 40i and Redmi A5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Hot 40i leads Redmi A5 by 72.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi A5 was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Hot 40i notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (27/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 40i is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 and the Infinix Hot 40i are nearly equal (64/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Redmi A5?
The Infinix Hot 40i edges out the Redmi A5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40i and the Redmi A5?
The Infinix Hot 40i has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi A5 — 25/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Redmi A5?
The Infinix Hot 40i leads on performance (27/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40i over the Redmi A5?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Redmi A5 (66/100 vs 43/100).