Infinix Hot 50i vs Xiaomi 17
The Infinix Hot 50i (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 37/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 358,608); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 50i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 50i
Xiaomi 17
What makes Infinix Hot 50i better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 191g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 50i vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 50 points higher (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (95/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (81/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 50i is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 50i | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, XOS 14.5 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.1 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 184 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 50i
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 50i
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 50i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 50i and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Infinix Hot 50i by 89.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 50i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (95/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (81/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 50i is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 50i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 50i by 50 points (87/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 50i and the Xiaomi 17?
The Infinix Hot 50i has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 50i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 50i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 50i over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.