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Infinix Hot 40i

Specifications

Infinix Hot 40i
Infinix Hot 40i (Hot 40 Series)
Processor
UNISOC T606 8 x 1.6 GHz, Cortex-A75 / A55
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
, or 8GB
Display
6.56 inch 20:9, 1612 x 720 pixel 269 PPI, Capacitive, IPS, glossy: yes, 90 Hz
Storage
128GB / 256GB
Connections
USB-C Power Delivery (PD), Audio Connections: 3.5mm, Card Reader: microSD, 1 Fingerprint Reader, Sensors: accelerometer, proximity, compass
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5, GSM, UMTS, LTE, Dual SIM, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 8.3 x 163.6 x 75.6 ( = 0.33 x 6.44 x 2.98 in)
Battery
5000 mAh
Operating System
Android 13
Camera
Primary Camera: 50 MPix + 0.08MP
Secondary Camera: 32 MPix
Additional features
Keyboard: OnScreen
Weight
190 g ( = 6.7 oz / 0.42 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Price comparison

Average Score: 72.5% - average
Average of 2 scores (from 6 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 70%, features: - %, display: 75% mobility: 80%, workmanship: 70%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Infinix Hot 40i

75% Infinix Hot 40i review: a compelling sub-10k option for selfie lovers
Source: 91mobiles English
Talking about the competition in this price segment first, the POCO M6 stands out for its performance, and could be worth a look for that, while those looking for 5G support can consider the Itel P55 5G. However, the Infinix Hot 40i’s highlight is its front camera. When people ask for phones with capable selfie cameras, we usually have to look towards higher price segments. Priced at Rs 9,299, the Hot 40i helps bridge this gap and comes across as a solid choice for selfie lovers at an affordable price point. The phone also brings a host of useful software features that add to the user experience, and therefore, comes across as a good buy in the sub-10k segment.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/29/2024
Rating: Total score: 75% performance: 70% display: 75% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
70% Infinix Hot 40i review: Budget-friendly smartphone that does the basics right
Source: The Times of India English
The Infinix Hot 40i offers various new features in comparison to the company's other budget devices. Features like Magic Ring, XClone, Xboost and others can come as a unique offering in the budget market. Additionally, the performance was satisfactory when it came to the most basic requirements for users. The design and massive display are also something that may be to buyers liking as many prefer bigger devices for gaming and streaming purposes. While the Infinix Hot 40i offers great value for basic tasks, for buyers who want to frequently multitask between demanding apps, play graphics-intensive games, or need powerful processing this smartphone's performance is challenging. In such cases, you can explore other devices which match your requirements.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/28/2024
Rating: Total score: 70%
Infinix Hot 40i Smartphone Review
Source: OI Spice Tech News English
Infinix designed the Infinix Hot 40i with exciting specs and features that make it a perfect smartphone on a budget for modern users. You get a modern design that will certainly please you and anyone else who sees it. You get a decent display with modern high-refresh-rate support. The cameras are good which you usually don’t see in a smartphone of this price range. The same goes for the battery and charger, no complaints. However, there are also some disadvantages. The chipset speed is decent, which may cause heating issues on low-RAM models. There’s also no protection for the display or any protection from water splashes. So, keep these in mind. However, if you are an average user and use a smartphone mainly for calling, texting, and social media, then we believe this smartphone can be perfect for you. There’s another smartphone that could provide the same experience.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/16/2024

Foreign Reviews

Обзор смартфона Infinix HOT 40i: на своем месте
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN
Positive: Elegant design; large display; mini-jack; memory card slot; long battery life. Negative: Poor cameras in low light condition; slow charging; weak hardware.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/26/2024
Đánh giá Infinix Hot 40i: Được nâng cấp khá nhiều nhưng giá không đổi, hơn 2 triệu là lựa chọn quá tuyệt!
Source: Cell Phones VN→EN
Positive: Attractive price; beautiful design; great display; nice performance; good cameras; decent autonomy; fast charging.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/03/2024
Trên tay Infinix Hot 40i: Siêu phẩm giá rẻ, hoàn thiện tốt, camera và pin khủng, giá chỉ hơn 2 triệu
Source: Cell Phones VN→EN
Positive: Good price; elegant design; great built quality; nice cameras; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/20/2024

Comment

ARM Mali-G57 MP1: Integrated mid range graphics card with 1 clusters. Based on the Valhall architecture.

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


T606: Entry level octa core SoC with two fast ARM Cortex A75 cores at up to 1.6 GHz and six power efficient ARM Cortex A55 cores at up to 1.6 GHz. The SoC furthermore includes a LTE modem (TDD-LTE, FDD-LTE, TDSCDMA, WCDMA, CDMA, GSM), an ARM Mali G52MP2 GPU and a tri core ISP. The chip is manufactured at TSMC in 12nm FinFET.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.56":

It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


72.5%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum (Update: 2024-03-26)