Infinix Zero 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Infinix Zero 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900, 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 48/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 671,241); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero 5G doesn't; the Infinix Zero 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Zero 5G
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Infinix Zero 5G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 235g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 671241
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1003
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2423
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Zero 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 44 points higher (92/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (100/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (51/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Zero 5G | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 900 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 671241 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1003 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2423 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.5×8.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Zero 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Zero 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Zero 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Zero 5G and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Infinix Zero 5G by 86.6% 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (100/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G (92/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (51/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero 5G by 44 points (92/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Zero 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Infinix Zero 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Zero 5G 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.