Infinix Hot 9 Play vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 27/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 155,362); the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 9 Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Infinix Hot 9 Play better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 219g
- Overall rating 27/100
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (45/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 9 Play vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 44 points higher (71/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (89/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 9 Play | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $300 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 9 Play and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Infinix Hot 9 Play by 94.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (89/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (84/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play by 44 points (71/100 vs 27/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 9 Play over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.