Infinix Zero 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Infinix Zero 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 48/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 671,241); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Zero 5G

Performance 50
Display 66
Camera 36
Battery 46
Portability 51
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 90

What makes Infinix Zero 5G better?

  • Lighter: 199g vs 219g

  • Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 671241
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1003
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2423
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 40 points higher (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (97/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).

Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 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 5G Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 900 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 671241 3654776
Geekbench Single 1003 3639
Geekbench Multi 2423 11047
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 48 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11, XOS 10 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection — IP68
Dimensions 168.7×76.5×8.8 mm —
Weight 199 g 219 g
Launch price — $799

Camera comparison

Infinix Zero 5G

  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Telephoto: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
36
camera

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Zero 5G

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Infinix Zero 5G

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Zero 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Zero 5G MediaTek Dimensity 900
48/100
671241 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +81.6%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Infinix Zero 5G by 81.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Zero 5G

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Max

$799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (97/100 vs 50/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (81/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (90/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (90/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Infinix Zero 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 36/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 50/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.