Infinix Note 11 vs Redmi Note 11: Which should you buy?

Infinix Note 11 vs Redmi Note 11: These two devices are among the best budget entry-level smartphone you can get for yourself. Their prices are within the range of 100,000 Naira. But the question is which of these two is better for you to buy? In this article, we’ll outline the differences and similarities between these two devices.

While at the bottom of this article, there will be the verdict segment that will guide you on which is the overall best. So make sure to read to the end.

Infinix Note 11 vs Redmi Note 11 Specs

Specs	Infinix Note 11	Redmi Note 11
Display	6.7-inch, FHD+	6.43-inch, 90Hz
RAM	4/6GB	4/6GB
Storage	64/128GB	64/128GB
Back Camera	50 + 2 + 2MP	50 + 8 + 2 + 2MP
Front Camera	16MP	13MP
Chipset	Helio G88	Snapdragon 680
Software	Android 11	Android 11
Battery	5,000mAh (33W)	5,000mAh (33W)
IP Rating	NO	NO

Display and Design

The design of these two smartphones is different. The Redmi Note 11 has a dot in-display design, while the Infinix Note 11 has a waterdrop notch design. The Infinix Note 11 screen of 6.7-inch is bigger than the Redmi Note 11 with 6.4-inch. And both smartphones have a plastic back and plastic frame.

These two smartphones have a super AMOLED touchscreen which is very bright and colorful. However, one major difference is that the Redmi Note 11 has a higher 90Hz refresh rate but the Infinix Note 11 doesn’t.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 camera is more versatile. It comes with a 50MP main cam, alongside an 8MP ultra-wide, a 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. Upfront is a 13MP selfie camera. The smartphone can only record video in 1080p (No 4k).

Infinix Note 11 on the other hand, has a triple camera: 50MP main cam, 2MP depth sensor, and a 2MP macro lens. It has no ultra-wide lens which is where it falls behind the Redmi Note 11. The front camera is 16MP and unlike the Redmi, the Infinix Note 11 can record video in 2k (No 4k).

Overall, both phones have good cameras, but because of the Redmi Note 11 versatility, most people would prefer it over the Infinix Note 11.

Performance | 5G

Both smartphones are 4G only. And both have a 4GB RAM + 64GB storage configuration. As well as a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage configuration. However, the chipsets that power them are different. The Redmi Note 11 is powered by Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Infinix Note 11 is powered by MediaTek hello G88.

The two chipsets inside both devices are midrange level. And so far from our testing in the studio, both chips are at par. So the performances across both phones are alike.

Software

These two phones run Android 11 out of the box. However, over time, Xiaomi will upgrade the Redmi Note 11 up to Android 13 or even 14. But Infinix Note 11 could remain Android 11 or at most Android 12 which is not even certain yet.

So for a better software experience, we’ll recommend the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 over the Infinix Note 11.

Infinix Note 11 vs Redmi Note 11: Battery

Both smartphones have a 5,000 mAh battery capacity. And both have a 33W fast charger in the box.

Infinix Note 11 vs Redmi Note 11: Prices

The prices of these two smartphones are the same but for emphasis’ sake, let’s break it down. The Redmi Note 11 with 4/128 GB is priced at 106,000 Naira. A similar configuration of the Infinix Note 11 will cost you 109,000 naira. The 6GB RAM variants are more expensive.

Buy Infinix Note 11 and Redmi Note 11

Infinix Note 11	Price	Redmi Note 11	Price
Buy on Jumia	106,000 (Naira)	Buy on Jumia	99,708 (Naira)
		Buy on Amazon	$208.40

Infinix Note 11 vs Redmi Note 11: Verdict

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 is the better phone of these two. It gives better value for money. It has a better software plan and UI experience. However, one reason to consider the Infinix Note 11 is because of its after-sales services. The Infinix Note 11 is easier to repair as carlcare repair centers are almost in every region where Transsion devices are being sold.

So if I’m to score these two smartphones by percentage. I’ll score the Redmi Note 11 (52%) while the Infinix Note 11 gets (48%)

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