Infinix Note 40 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Infinix Note 40 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 50/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Infinix Note 40 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 40
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Infinix Note 40 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 20W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 40 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 38 points higher (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40 (97/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Infinix Note 40 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40 (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40 (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (67/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 40 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 20W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, XOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×74.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 40
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 40
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 40
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 20W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Note 40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40 (97/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Infinix Note 40 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40 (90/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40 (90/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (67/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 40 by 38 points (88/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 40 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Infinix Note 40 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 40 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.