Infinix Smart 8 Plus vs Redmi A5
The Infinix Smart 8 Plus (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus leads — 29/100 vs 25/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Smart 8 Plus has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Redmi A5
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better display (44/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 8 Plus vs the Redmi A5, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus scores 4 points higher (29/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (66/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 11/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (66/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (64/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Infinix Smart 8 Plus | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 195539 | 195539 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | — | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.7×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 204 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $90 |
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Infinix Smart 8 Plus and Redmi A5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 11/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus is a bit better (44/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (66/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 Plus (64/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 8 Plus or the Redmi A5?
The Infinix Smart 8 Plus edges out the Redmi A5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 8 Plus and the Redmi A5?
The Infinix Smart 8 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Redmi A5 — 25/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 8 Plus over the Redmi A5?
The Infinix Smart 8 Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A5 is a better fit for everyday use.