Infinix Hot 70 vs Redmi Note 17
The Infinix Hot 70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $150 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 17 leads — 51/100 vs 45/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi Note 17 is faster in AnTuTu (600,942 vs 576,015); the Infinix Hot 70 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 225g).
Infinix Hot 70
Redmi Note 17
- Lighter: 195g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $185
- Better portability (67/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 600942 vs 576015
- Better Geekbench Single: 930 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2210 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 70 vs the Redmi Note 17, the Redmi Note 17 scores 6 points higher (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 and the Infinix Hot 70 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (75/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (67/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 and the Infinix Hot 70 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 70 | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 576015 | 600942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 2210 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 167.9×79.1×7.5 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $185 |
Infinix Hot 70
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Infinix Hot 70 and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Note 17 leads Infinix Hot 70 by 4.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $35. Infinix Hot 70 was $35 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 and the Infinix Hot 70 are nearly equal (47/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (78/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 70 (75/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (67/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 and the Infinix Hot 70 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 edges out the Infinix Hot 70 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 70 and the Redmi Note 17?
The Infinix Hot 70 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 51/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 70 over the Redmi Note 17?
The Infinix Hot 70 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.