Infinix Note Edge vs Redmi 5 Plus
The Infinix Note Edge (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100, while the Redmi 5 Plus (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $200 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note Edge leads — 59/100 vs 20/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Note Edge has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 12 MP; the Infinix Note Edge is faster in AnTuTu (835,566 vs 218,879); the Redmi 5 Plus is noticeably lighter (180g vs 195g).
Infinix Note Edge
Redmi 5 Plus
- Higher AnTuTu: 835566 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 995 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2925 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (47/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 180g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $200
- Better portability (70/100 vs 64/100)
Comparing the Infinix Note Edge vs the Redmi 5 Plus, the Infinix Note Edge scores 39 points higher (59/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note Edge leads (55/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note Edge leads (47/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note Edge leads (69/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Infinix Note Edge — 80/100, Redmi 5 Plus — 10/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (55/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (47/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (69/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5 Plus is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Infinix Note Edge | Redmi 5 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 835566 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 2 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.5×75.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $170 |
Infinix Note Edge
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 2MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 5 Plus
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Note Edge
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 5 Plus
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Infinix Note Edge
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 5 Plus
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Note Edge and Redmi 5 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Note Edge leads Redmi 5 Plus by 281.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi 5 Plus was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (55/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (47/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus (69/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 5 Plus is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Note Edge or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Infinix Note Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 5 Plus by 39 points (59/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note Edge and the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Infinix Note Edge has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Redmi 5 Plus — 20/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note Edge or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Infinix Note Edge leads on camera score (47/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note Edge or the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Infinix Note Edge leads on performance (55/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note Edge over the Redmi 5 Plus?
The Infinix Note Edge is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 5 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.