Infinix Smart 9 HD vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Infinix Smart 9 HD (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio, 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 31/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 9 HD doesn't; the Infinix Smart 9 HD is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD by 57 points (88/100 vs 31/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Smart 9 HD

Performance —
Display 43
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 62
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 89
Portability 48
Value for money 86

What makes Infinix Smart 9 HD better?

  • Lighter: 188g vs 219g

  • Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?

  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 HD vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 57 points higher (88/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 HD is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Infinix Smart 9 HD Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Helio Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 3998145
Geekbench Single — 3639
Geekbench Multi — 11047
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1200x2608
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) — 159
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm
Weight 188 g 219 g
Launch price — $999

Camera comparison

Infinix Smart 9 HD

  • Main: 13MP f/1.9
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.69
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Smart 9 HD

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Infinix Smart 9 HD

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Smart 9 HD

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

$999

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (81/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (87/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD (89/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 HD is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 HD or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 HD by 57 points (88/100 vs 31/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 HD and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Infinix Smart 9 HD has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 9 HD or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 HD 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.