Infinix Smart 9 vs Redmi K100
The Infinix Smart 9 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 32/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 358,608); the Redmi K100 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 9 doesn't; the Infinix Smart 9 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 9
Redmi K100
What makes Infinix Smart 9 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 234g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 9 vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 41 points higher (73/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (92/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 9 | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 9
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 9
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 9
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Smart 9 and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Infinix Smart 9 by 89.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (92/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 9 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (62/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 9 by 41 points (73/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 9 and the Redmi K100?
The Infinix Smart 9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 9 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 9 over the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.