Infinix S5 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Infinix S5 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 23/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 177,554); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix S5 doesn't; the Infinix S5 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix S5
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Infinix S5 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 219g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 38/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix S5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 65 points higher (88/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (98/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (81/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (73/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix S5 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.0×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Infinix S5
- Main: 16MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix S5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix S5
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix S5 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Infinix S5 by 95.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix S5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (98/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (81/100 vs 38/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (87/100 vs 21/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 (89/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix S5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (73/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix S5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix S5 by 65 points (88/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix S5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Infinix S5 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix S5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 21/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix S5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix S5 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.