Infinix Zero X vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

The Infinix Zero X (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, 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 49/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 535,127); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Zero X doesn't; the Infinix Zero X is noticeably lighter (193g vs 235g).

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X by 43 points (92/100 vs 49/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Zero X

Performance 42
Display 79
Camera 46
Battery 38
Portability 65
Value for money —

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

Performance 100
Display 82
Camera 100
Battery 92
Portability 33
Value for money 96

What makes Infinix Zero X better?

  • Lighter: 193g vs 235g

  • Better portability (65/100 vs 33/100)

What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 535127
  • Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 672
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1908
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Higher performance (100/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better camera (100/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (92/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Zero X vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (92/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Infinix Zero X are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X (100/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X (92/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Infinix Zero X Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G95 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
AnTuTu 535127 5001234
Geekbench Single 672 4327
Geekbench Multi 1908 12873
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1208x2624
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 64 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11, XOS 7.6 Android 17
Brightness (peak) 700 nits 4000 nits
NFC no yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.1×75.7×7.8 mm 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm
Weight 193 g 235 g
Launch price — $986

Camera comparison

Infinix Zero X

  • Main: 64MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
46
camera

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
100
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Zero X

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1208x2624
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Battery and charging

Infinix Zero X

  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
38
battery

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
92
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Zero X and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Zero X MediaTek Helio G95
49/100
535127 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
92/100 +89.3%
5001234 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Infinix Zero X by 89.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Zero X

Price unknown

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max

$986

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X (100/100 vs 42/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Infinix Zero X are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X (100/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X (92/100 vs 38/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Zero X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Zero X or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Zero X by 43 points (92/100 vs 49/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Zero X and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Infinix Zero X has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Zero X or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 46/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Zero X or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 42/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Zero X 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.