Infinix Smart 8 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Infinix Smart 8 (2023) runs on the Unisoc T606, 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 36/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 333,647); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 8 doesn't; the Infinix Smart 8 is noticeably lighter (184g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 8
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Infinix Smart 8 better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 219g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (98/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 8 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.6×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 184 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 8
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 8
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
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 Smart 8 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Infinix Smart 8 by 91.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Smart 8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (98/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 by 52 points (88/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Infinix Smart 8 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 8 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.