Infinix Hot 40i in Kenya.
Infinix Hot 40i was officially announced in December 2023 alongside Infinix Hot 40, Infinix Hot 40 Pro and Infinix Smart 8 HD. Pre Orders began on 05 December 2023 and the devices were made available on December 05, 2024. It landed in Kenya in January2024. The Infinix Hot 40i succeeds the Infinix Hot 30i as the top new Infinix flagship. Infinix Hot 40i is available at City hub at Ksh11,700.
The Infinix Hot 40i is a budget-friendly smartphone that has a 6.56-inch IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. Runs a unisoc T606 chipset processor. The rear camera has a 50MP main camera with an auxiliary lens and a 32MP selfie camera. Runs 5000 mAh with 18W fast charging and an Android 13 with XOS 13 interface. Other features include Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, dual SIM support, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It has a memory options including 128GB storage with 4GB or 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage with 8GB RAM.
Build
The Infinix Hot 40i features a practical and lightweight build designed for everyday use. Has a dimension of 163.6 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.33 in) and it weighs 190 grams (6.70 oz). The materials on the front is glass and the back and frame are made of plastic. The back panel has a unique glow line design with a matte finish, which helps reduce smudges. The side frame is shiny but can attract fingerprints. The phone also includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for easy access.
It has USB-C connectivity, which can enable faster charging and data transfer, and compatibility with other devices.
Infinix Hot 40i is available in two beautiful colors: Starlit Black, Palm Blue, Horizon Gold, and Starfall Green.
- Dimensions: 163.6 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
- Weight: 190 g (6.70 oz)
- Build: Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Display
The Infinix Hot 40i features a 6.56-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. It has a refresh rate of 90Hz, which provides smoother scrolling and better gaming experiences. Has a brightness peaks at around 480 nits, making it reasonably bright for outdoor use. It has a screen-to-Body Ratio of approximately 83.6%, offering a good amount of screen real estate. The color depth has 24-bit, ensuring vibrant and accurate colors. This display setup is designed to offer a decent visual experience for a budget-friendly device.
The main display is designed to be 80% brighter than its predecessor, ensuring excellent visibility even in bright outdoor conditions. It allows for a seamless transition between the cover and main displays, enhancing multitasking and media consumption.
The Infinix Hot 40i display supports True Tone adjustments, and it has the Haptic Touch feature provided by a powerful Taptic Engine.
- Type: IPS LCD, 90Hz, 480 nits (peak)
- Size:6.56 inches, 103.4 cm2Â (~83.6% screen-to-body ratio)
- Resolution: 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
Camera
The Infinix Hot 40i is equipped with a capable camera setup for its price range. The rear camera has a primary sensor of 50MP, f/1.6 aperture, autofocus. The auxiliary Lens of 0.08 MP. And it features a quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama. The video Recording is a 1080p at 30fps. The front camera has a sensor of 32MP, f/2.2 aperture that features a dual-LED flash. The video recording of the front camera is 1080p at 30fps.
The rear camera is designed to capture detailed and vibrant images, especially in well-lit conditions. The front camera is also quite impressive, ensuring high-quality selfies.
The front cameras also support Face Unlock, ensuring secure and convenient access whether the phone is folded or unfolded2.
Additionally, the Infinix Hot 40i includes several AI-driven features to enhance your photography, such as:
- Magic Editor: For advanced photo editing.
- Best Take: To select the best moments from a series of shots.
- Video Boost: For improved video quality.
- Add Me: A feature that allows you to add yourself into group photos seamlessly.
Main Camera:
- Single: 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), Af
: 0.08 MP, (auxiliary lens)
- Features: Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama
- Video: 1080p@30fps
Selfie Camera:
- Single:32 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
- Features: Dual-LED flash
- Video: 1080p@30fps
Platform
The Infinix Hot 40i runs on the following platform, an operating system of Android 13 with Infinix’s custom XOS 13 interface. A unisoc T606 (12nm) chipset, a CPU of Octa-core (2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55) and it runs Mali-G57 MP1 GPU.
- Processor: designed to enhance AI capabilities and overall performance
- RAM: 4GB/8GB, ensuring smooth multitasking and app performance
- Storage: 128GB/256GB, providing ample space for apps, photos, and videos
- Operating System: Ships with the latest version of Android.
This combination provides a balanced performance for everyday tasks and light gaming, making it ideal for both productivity and entertainment.
- OS: Android 13, XOS 13
- Chipset: Unisoc T606 (12 nm)
- CPU: Octa-core (2×1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)
- GPU: Mali-G57 MP1
Battery and Charging
The Infinix Hot 40i is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, which provides ample power for extended use. The charging supports 18W wired which is fast. The battery type is Li-Polymer, non-removable. The battery life of the phone offers a good balance of standby and usage time, making it suitable for daily activities and moderate usage. This battery setup ensures that you can go through your day without frequently needing to recharge.
- Type: 5000 mAh, non-removable
- Charging: 18W wired; Reverse wired
The Infinix Hot 40i supports 18W wired fast charging. It takes a bit over two hours to charge from 0% to 100% of charging time. It runs a 5000 mAh battery capacity, which provides a good balance of battery life and charging speed. The phone comes with an 18W fast charger in the box. This setup ensures that you can quickly top up your battery when needed.
Security and Identification
The Infinix Hot 40i offers several security features to keep your data safe:
- Fingerprint Sensor: Side-mounted for quick and secure access.
- Face Unlock: Uses the front camera to unlock your phone with facial recognition.
- Software Security: Runs on Android 13 with XOS 13, which includes various security patches and updates.
- App Lock: Allows you to lock specific apps with a password or fingerprint.
These features ensure that your personal information remains protected.
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