Infinix Hot 40 Play

Infinix Hot 40 Play

Infinix Hot 40 Play price in Kenya is Kes 18,000. The device features a 6.82-inch, IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate.  It comes installed with a 48MP main camera and an 8MP selfie front lens. The handset runs on Android 13 OS with XOS 12 skin and is powered by an Octa-core Octa-core Mediatek Helio G80 (12 nm) chipset. For memory, Hot 40 Play comes installed with 4GB/6GB RAM and 64GB / 128GB internal storage. Connectivity is 4G GSM on the twin SIM phone. Wirelessly connect via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.  The handset is powered by a massive 6,000mAh battery. Buy Infinix Hot 40 Play at Phoneplace Kenya, available in Purple, Green, Black, and Blue colorways.

Unique Selling Points of Infinix Hot 40 Play

• Good, premium design
• A Long-lasting battery
• Decent camera for a budget smartphone
• Large display with 90Hz refresh rate.

Infinix Hot 40 Play Features, Specifications, and Price in Kenya

Brand	Infinix
Model Name	Hot 40 Play
Dimensions	–
Display	·       Size: 6.82-inches ·       Type: IPS LCD ·       Refresh Rate: 90Hz
Camera	·       Infinix Hot 40 Play Main Camera: 48MP + AI ·       Selfie camera: 8MP
Processor	·       OS: Android 13, XOS 12 ·       Chipset: Octa-core Mediatek Helio G80 (12 nm)
Storage	·       RAM: 4GB, 6GB ·       Internal Storage: 64GB & 128GB ·       MicroSD: supported
Connectivity	4G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Color	Purple, Green, Black, and Blue
Battery	6,000mAh
Infinix Hot 40 Play Price	Kes 18,000

Product Description

Design, Build, and Display

Infinix Hot 40 Play is a budget smartphone with a premium design. It features a 6.82-inch IPS LCD with a 90Hz refresh rate. These attributes make the handset stand out in its price segment. The display is bright, bold, and clear, with a 90Hz refresh rate making it great for an immersive user experience when navigating through your gallery, playing video games, and consuming video content.

The device is built by cheap materials, justifying its budget-friendly price. Hot 40 Play is made of a plastic frame and back, and a glass front. The back is textured, making it feel more grippy and less slippery when handling it. It comes installed with a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, conveniently placed to enhance the handset’s security.

Infinix Hot 40 Play comes in four colors: Purple, Green, Black, and Blue. Notably, the handset is dual SIM, supporting 4G GSM connectivity.

Infinix Hot 40 Play Camera Set up

Main Camera

Hot 40 Play has a dual rear camera system with a 48MP main sensor and an AI sensor.  You will certainly take decent pictures and record 1080p videos The camera takes decent photos, especially in good lighting conditions.

Front Camera

The handset packs an 8MP front-facing camera, well placed on the water-drop display. It is also decent enough to take 1080p videos. Notably, the front lens tends to overexpose photos, limiting the quality of pictures.

Performance

Infinix Hot 40 Play is powered by the Mediatek Helio G80 (12 nm) processor and anchored by 4GB / 6GB of RAM which can handle everyday tasks like browsing the web, checking social media, and watching videos effortlessly. If you fancy games, you can play some light games on the phone. More advanced games with high settings will cause lagging and overheating complications, considering the chip and GPU are limited in performance more graphically intensive games may lag.

Software

It runs on Infinix’s XOS 12 and Android 13 OS. XOS 12 is fairly clean, easy to use, and receives regular updates from Infinix. Both complement each other offering a smooth user experience and friendly interface as you switch between apps and navigate through the features of the device.

Battery

The handset is powered by a massive 6,000mAh battery. This is one of the biggest batteries in a smartphone. It can easily last 2-3 days on a single charge, depending on the intensity of usage.

Pros and Cons of Infinix Hot 40 Play

Pros

• Premium design with eco-leather back
• Large, immersive display
• High refresh rate, 90Hz
• Massive battery capacity, 6000mAh
• Decent set of cameras
• Affordable and budget-friendly.

Cons

• Limited to 4G connectivity
• No glass protection
• It is not dust or waterproof
• No fast charging options.

Verdict

Infinix Hot 40 Play is a decent-budget smartphone with much to offer. It comes with a premium design, a long-lasting 6,000 battery, and a decent set of cameras. The phone is worth considering to have if you want an affordable smartphone, well-packaged to perform and offers good service when it comes to taking pictures, videos, and power longevity.

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• Redmi Note 12
• Infinix Smart 8+
• Redmi A3
• Tecno Spark 20 Pro

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