Infinix Hot 9 Play vs Redmi A1+
The Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 9 Play leads — 27/100 vs 24/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 9 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Redmi A1+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Redmi A1+
What makes Infinix Hot 9 Play better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (37/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi A1+ better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 9 Play vs the Redmi A1+, the Infinix Hot 9 Play scores 3 points higher (27/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play leads (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 9 Play | Redmi A1+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 400 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $80 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A1+
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi A1+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi A1+
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 9 Play and Redmi A1+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Hot 9 Play
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Redmi A1+?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play edges out the Redmi A1+ by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Redmi A1+?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi A1+ — 24/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 9 Play over the Redmi A1+?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life.