Infinix Hot 60 vs Redmi 17C 5G
The Infinix Hot 60 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7020, while the Redmi 17C 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $120 and $139. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 60 leads — 45/100 vs 43/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the Infinix Hot 60 is faster in AnTuTu (644,203 vs 528,398); the Redmi 17C 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 60 doesn't; the Infinix Hot 60 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 60
Redmi 17C 5G
What makes Infinix Hot 60 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 644203 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 912 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2244 vs 1980
- Lighter: 193g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $139
- Higher performance (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi 17C 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 60 vs the Redmi 17C 5G, the Infinix Hot 60 scores 2 points higher (45/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 60 — 72/100, Redmi 17C 5G — 64/100; 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 60 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 60 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (65/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 60 | Redmi 17C 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7020 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 644203 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 912 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2244 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×76.8×7.8 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $139 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 60
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 60
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 60
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 60 and Redmi 17C 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Hot 60 leads Redmi 17C 5G by 21.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Infinix Hot 60 was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Hot 60 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 60 notably outperforms the Redmi 17C 5G (65/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 60 or the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Infinix Hot 60 edges out the Redmi 17C 5G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 60 and the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Infinix Hot 60 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 17C 5G — 43/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 60 or the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Infinix Hot 60 leads on performance (48/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 60 over the Redmi 17C 5G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Infinix Hot 60 (65/100 vs 50/100).