Infinix S5 vs Redmi 6
The Infinix S5 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Redmi 6 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix S5 leads — 23/100 vs 19/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix S5 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 12 MP; the Redmi 6 is noticeably lighter (146g vs 178g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix S5
Redmi 6
What makes Infinix S5 better?
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 16MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (21/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (32/100 vs 15/100)
What makes Redmi 6 better?
- Lighter: 146g vs 178g
- Better display (42/100 vs 38/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 73/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix S5 vs the Redmi 6, the Infinix S5 scores 4 points higher (23/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix S5 leads (21/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix S5 leads (32/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 6 and the Infinix S5 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix S5 is a bit better (21/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Redmi 6 (32/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6 is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix S5 | Redmi 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | MediaTek Helio P22 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 177554 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 723 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 8.1 (Oreo); ; MIUI 9 | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.0×7.9 mm | 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 146 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix S5
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 6
- Main: 12MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Infinix S5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 6
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1440
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Infinix S5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 6
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix S5 and Redmi 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 6 and the Infinix S5 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix S5 is a bit better (21/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Redmi 6 (32/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6 is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix S5 or the Redmi 6?
The Infinix S5 edges out the Redmi 6 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix S5 and the Redmi 6?
The Infinix S5 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Redmi 6 — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix S5 or the Redmi 6?
The Infinix S5 leads on camera score (21/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix S5 over the Redmi 6?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Infinix S5 (32/100 vs 15/100).