Infinix Zero 5 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Infinix Zero 5 Pro (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P20, 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 23/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4350); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5 Pro doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Infinix Zero 5 Pro better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 235g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 186
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 798
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4350 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 2/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 18/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 69 points higher (92/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (100/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (82/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (100/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (61/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P20 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 186 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 798 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.0" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4350 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.0 (Nougat) | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×82.4×8.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5 Pro
- Main: 12MP f/2.0
- Telephoto: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5 Pro
- 6.0" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 5 Pro
- 4350 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Zero 5 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (100/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (82/100 vs 53/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (100/100 vs 18/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro (92/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (61/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 Pro by 69 points (92/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Infinix Zero 5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 18/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5 Pro over the 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.