Infinix Zero 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Infinix Zero 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 48/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 671,241); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Infinix Zero 5G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 671241
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1003
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2423
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (98/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 900 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 671241 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1003 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2423 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Infinix Zero 5G by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Zero 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (98/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (87/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Infinix Zero 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.