Infinix Zero 40 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Infinix Zero 40 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 66/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Infinix Zero 40 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 by 21 points (87/100 vs 66/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Zero 40

Performance 61
Display 89
Camera 69
Battery 57
Portability 63
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Infinix Zero 40 better?

  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 195g vs 224g

  • Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1256
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4207
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 20W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 69/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 57/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 40 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 21 points higher (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (63/100 vs 42/100).

Infinix Zero 40: The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) 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 Zero 40 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 3950082
Geekbench Single 1256 3639
Geekbench Multi 4207 11047
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2436 1200x2608
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 45W 90W
Wireless charging 20W 50W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 50 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 14.5 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.3×74.8×7.9 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 195 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Infinix Zero 40

  • Main: 108MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
69
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Zero 40

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
89
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

Battery and charging

Infinix Zero 40

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 20W
57
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Zero 40

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (98/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (87/100 vs 69/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (83/100 vs 57/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (63/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 by 21 points (87/100 vs 66/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 40 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Infinix Zero 40 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 69/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 40 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.