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 (330,006 vs 195,539).
Infinix Hot 40i
Redmi A5
- Higher AnTuTu: 330006 vs 195539
- 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)
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $100
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 62/100)
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 — 42/100, Redmi A5 — 34/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. 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).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40i | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 195539 | |
| 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 |
Infinix Hot 40i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Hot 40i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Infinix Hot 40i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Infinix Hot 40i and Redmi A5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Hot 40i leads Redmi A5 by 68.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi A5 was $10 cheaper at launch.
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).
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?
The Infinix Hot 40i is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.