Infinix Zero 40 vs Redmi 17C

The Infinix Zero 40 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Zero 40 leads — 66/100 vs 33/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 MP; the Infinix Zero 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.

The Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 33 points (66/100 vs 33/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 40
Performance 61
Display 89
Camera 69
Battery 57
Portability 63
Value for money
Redmi 17C
Performance 30
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 54
Portability 53
Value for money 50
What makes Infinix Zero 40 better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1256 vs 432
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4207 vs 1416
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 195g vs 206g

  • Higher performance (61/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (69/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (57/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better portability (63/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh

  • Overall rating 33/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 40 vs the Redmi 17C, the Infinix Zero 40 scores 33 points higher (66/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 40 leads (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 40 leads (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (69/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 40 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).

Infinix Zero 40: The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users.
Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Zero 40 Redmi 17C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 1256 432
Geekbench Multi 4207 1416
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2436 720x1640
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 45W 18W
Wireless charging 20W
Main camera 108 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 14.5 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 164.3×74.8×7.9 mm
Weight 195 g 206 g
Launch price $100
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 40
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
69
camera
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 40
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 40
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 20W
57
battery
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • Wireless charging: no data
54
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Zero 40
Price unknown
Redmi 17C
$100
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (61/100 vs 30/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (89/100 vs 55/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (69/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Infinix Zero 40 and the Redmi 17C are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (63/100 vs 53/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Redmi 17C?

The Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 33 points (66/100 vs 33/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 40 and the Redmi 17C?

The Infinix Zero 40 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi 17C — 33/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Redmi 17C?

The Infinix Zero 40 leads on camera score (69/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Redmi 17C?

The Infinix Zero 40 leads on performance (61/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 40 over the Redmi 17C?

The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for everyday use.