Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus Review: A Feature-Packed Budget-friendly Contender

Infinix Hot 50 Pro+ Vs Honor X7c Vs realme Narzo 70 Turbo

December 18, 2024, 10:31 AM
by Farhana Afrose Rini

UNB News
Publish- December 18, 2024, 10:31 AM
Farhana Afrose Rini
Update- December 18, 2024, 10:57 AM

Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus

Chinese brand Infinix Mobile has gained a reputation for delivering value-for-money smartphones. 50 Pro+, released in November 2024, is another addition to its Hot series focusing on budget-friendly phones with attractive features. Let’s dive into the key features, pros, cons, and pricing of the Infinix 50 Pro Plus in Bangladesh.

Key Specs of the Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus

Design and Build Quality

The Infinix Hot 50 Pro+ boasts a sleek and lightweight design. Measuring 164.1 mm by 74.4 mm by 6.8 mm and weighing only 162 g, it feels comfortable to hold, thanks to its slim profile. The glass front, plastic back, and plastic frame contribute to its durability while maintaining affordability.

The IP54 rating adds dust and splash resistance which is an attractive feature considering its price range.

The available colour options—Sleek Black, Titanium Grey, and Dreamy Purple—offer something for every taste. Compared to its higher-priced sibling, the Infinix Note 40 Pro+, which features a more premium eco-leather back, the Hot 50 Pro+ focuses on simplicity and functionality.

Display Quality

The 6.78-inch AMOLED display on the Infinix Hot 50 Pro+ aims to deliver an immersive experience with 1B colours, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1300 nits. This ensures vibrant visuals with excellent contrast, whether you are streaming videos or scrolling through social media. The Corning Gorilla Glass provides durability against everyday wear and tear.

Compared to the Infinix Note 40 Pro+, which has a similar-sized AMOLED display but with slightly better HDR support, the Hot 50 Pro+ holds its ground by offering superior brightness.

However, the similarly priced competitor Honor X7c falls short with its 720p IPS LCD, making the Hot 50 Pro+ the better choice for display enthusiasts. On the other hand, a slightly higher-priced rival, realme Narzo 70 Turbo edges out with its HDR support and 2000-nit peak brightness, which enhances the viewing experience under direct sunlight.

Camera Performance

The Hot 50 Pro+ features a 50 MP main camera, a 2 MP depth sensor, and an unspecified third lens, complemented by a dual-LED flash. The camera excels in well-lit environments, delivering sharp and detailed photos. However, low-light performance could use some improvement, as noise becomes evident in darker settings. Its rear sensor’s maximum video shooting capacity is 1440p at 30fps which matches the Infinix Note 40 Pro+ and outperforms the Honor X7c. The 13 MP front camera on the Hot 50 Pro+ offers standard service for selfies, though its video recording capacity remains unspecified.

However, the Infinix Note 40 Pro+ stands out with its 108 MP primary sensor with OIS, delivering superior clarity and stability, especially in challenging lighting. The Honor X7c also has a 108 MP camera, but it lacks advanced features like OIS, which slightly diminishes its appeal. Meanwhile, the realme Narzo 70 Turbo takes a different route with a 50 MP main sensor but offers 4K video recording and gyro-EIS, making it a strong contender for video creators. And, the 32 MP front camera on the Note 40 Pro+ offers 1440p of maximum video recording capacity.

Processor Performance

At the heart of the Hot 50 Pro+ lies the MediaTek Helio G100 processor, built on a 6 nm process. It features an octa-core CPU with 2 high-performance Cortex-A76 cores and 6 efficiency-focused Cortex-A55 cores. While it is efficient and capable of handling everyday tasks and moderate multitasking with ease, it is not the most powerful chipset in its class.

The Note 40 Pro+, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7020 6nm, delivers better performance, particularly in handling resource-intensive applications and high-end gaming. The realme Narzo 70 Turbo goes a step further with its Dimensity 7300 Energy 4nm chipset, which offers faster speeds and better energy efficiency, making it a preferred choice for power users. The Honor X7c, running on the Snapdragon 685 6nm provides almost similar performance.

Gaming Performance

The Hot 50 Pro+ handles games like PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty: Mobile at medium settings with smooth frame rates. It is not a gaming powerhouse but is sufficient for casual gaming enthusiasts. Extended gaming sessions show minimal overheating, thanks to efficient thermal management.

In contrast, the Note 40 Pro+ and Narzo 70 Turbo outperform the Hot 50 Pro+ in gaming due to their more powerful GPUs and higher-performing CPUs. Both phones can handle more demanding games like Genshin Impact at higher settings without significant frame drops. The Honor X7c falls behind, struggling with intensive gaming due to its mid-tier Snapdragon chipset.

Battery Life

The 5000 mAh battery on the Infinix Hot 50 Pro+ is a standout feature, easily lasting a full day of moderate to heavy use. The 33W fast charging brings the battery to 50% in just 26 minutes, which is decent but not groundbreaking.

The Note 40 Pro+, despite having a smaller 4600 mAh battery, compensates with 100W fast charging, enabling a 50% charge in just 12 minutes. The realme Narzo 70 Turbo, with a similar 5000 mAh battery, offers faster 45W charging, making it a better choice for users prioritizing quick top-ups. The Honor X7c comes with a larger 5200-6000 mAh battery (depending on the market), providing exceptional endurance but slower 35W charging, which might frustrate impatient users.

The 10W reverse wired charging and Bypass charging option make the Infinix Hot 50 Pro+ an attractive package for budget-conscious users. However, realme Narzo 70 Turbo and Honor X7c lack the reverse wired charging facility.

Software and User Interface

Running on Android 14 with XOS 14.5, the Hot 50 Pro+ offers a clean and intuitive user interface. The system includes customizable features, themes, and smooth animations, though occasional bloatware might annoy some users.

Compared to the Note 40 Pro+, which also runs XOS but offers more extended software updates, the Hot 50 Pro+ may fall behind in longevity. Honor X7c, with its MagicOS 8, and the Realme Narzo 70 Turbo, with Realme UI 5.0, provide equally polished experiences but cater to different aesthetic preferences. The Realme UI stands out for gamers with performance optimizations, while MagicOS focuses on a seamless ecosystem for Honor device users.

Storage Options

The Hot 50 Pro+ provides storage options of 128GB or 256GB, paired with 8GB of RAM, and supports expansion via a microSD card slot. This makes it a versatile option for users who need more space for photos, videos, or apps.

The Note 40 Pro+ lacks expandable storage but compensates with higher internal storage configurations of 256GB and 512 GB. Similarly, the realme Narzo 70 Turbo offers up to 256GB of internal storage with UFS 3.1, which is faster than the UFS 2.2 on the Hot 50 Pro+. The Honor X7c has unspecified microSD support, making it less transparent in terms of storage flexibility.

Pros and Cons of Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus

Pros

- 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate
- 5000 mAh battery with 33W fast charging
- Expandable storage with a dedicated microSD slot
- Android 14 interface with XOS 14.5 customizations
- Reverse wired charging facility.

Cons

- Low-light camera performance could be better
- Helio G100 processor lags behind competitors in power
- No 5G support
- Slight frame drops in demanding games
- Unspecified video recording capacity of front sensor
- Lacks advanced features like wireless charging
- Pre-installed bloatware may annoy some users.

Price of Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus

The Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus (8/256GB) is priced at around BDT 23,999. However, the price is subject to change.

Conclusion

The Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus comes with impressive features like a standard display, lightweight body, solid battery life, reverse wired changing, water/dust resistance, etc.

However, it lacks 5G support and struggles with demanding tasks. It is not suited for heavy gamers or those needing flagship-level features. If you are looking for a high-performance smartphone in gaming and photography, check out the Infinix Note 40 Pro+ and realme Narzo 70 Turbo.

On the whole, the Infinix Hot 50 Pro Plus is a budget-friendly choice for casual users seeking good display and camera performance for everyday use.