Infinix Smart 20 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $149 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 33/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 358,383).
Infinix Smart 20
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $999
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 20 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 55 points higher (88/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Infinix Smart 20 — 42/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (96/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Infinix Smart 20 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1576x720 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $999 |
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Infinix Smart 20 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Infinix Smart 20 by 90.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $850. Infinix Smart 20 was $850 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (96/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (93/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 by 55 points (88/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 20 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Infinix Smart 20 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 20 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Infinix Smart 20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.