Infinix Zero 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Infinix Zero 5 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P20, 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 23/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4350); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5 doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 by 64 points (87/100 vs 23/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Zero 5

Performance 2
Display 53
Camera 18
Battery 44
Portability 61
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 5 better?

  • Lighter: 197g vs 224g

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 186
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 798
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4350 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 2/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 18/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 53/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 64 points higher (87/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 2/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 (98/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 (81/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (61/100 vs 42/100).

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 5 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio P20 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 3950082
Geekbench Single 186 3639
Geekbench Multi 798 11047
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x1920 1200x2608
Refresh rate — 120 Hz
Battery 4350 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging — 90W
Wireless charging — 50W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 13 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 7.0 (Nougat) Android 16
NFC no yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 166.4×82.4×8.0 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 197 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Infinix Zero 5

  • Main: 12MP f/2.0
  • Telephoto: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
18
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

Display comparison

Infinix Zero 5

  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x1920
  • Refresh rate: —
53
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

Battery and charging

Infinix Zero 5

  • 4350 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
44
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Zero 5

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 5 (98/100 vs 2/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 (81/100 vs 53/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 (87/100 vs 18/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 (83/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (61/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5 by 64 points (87/100 vs 23/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Infinix Zero 5 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 18/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 2/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5 over the 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.