Infinix Zero 40 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

The Infinix Zero 40 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 66/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Infinix Zero 40 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 235g).

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 by 26 points (92/100 vs 66/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Zero 40

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

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

Performance 100
Display 82
Camera 100
Battery 92
Portability 33
Value for money 96

What makes Infinix Zero 40 better?

  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 195g vs 235g

  • Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (63/100 vs 33/100)

What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1256
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4207
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 20W

  • Higher performance (100/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (100/100 vs 69/100)
  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 57/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 40 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (100/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (63/100 vs 33/100).

Infinix Zero 40: The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max: The Xiaomi 18 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 Zero 40 Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
AnTuTu — 5001234
Geekbench Single 1256 4327
Geekbench Multi 4207 12873
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2436 1208x2624
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Wireless charging 20W 50W
Main camera 108 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 50 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 14.5 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 4000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.3×74.8×7.9 mm 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm
Weight 195 g 235 g
Launch price — $986

Camera comparison

Infinix Zero 40

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

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
100
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Zero 40

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

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1208x2624
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Battery and charging

Infinix Zero 40

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

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
92
battery

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Zero 40

Price unknown

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

$986

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (100/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Infinix Zero 40 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (100/100 vs 69/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 (92/100 vs 57/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 40 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (63/100 vs 33/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 40 by 26 points (92/100 vs 66/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 40 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Infinix Zero 40 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 69/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 40 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 40 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Infinix Zero 40 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.