Infinix Smart 8 Plus Packs a MediaTek Helio G36 SoC for Enhanced Performance
Infinix Smart 8 Plus, the latest addition to the Infinix Smart 8 series, has made its debut in India, promising an array of enticing features for budget-conscious consumers. Boasting an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity chipset under its hood, this smartphone offers a compelling blend of performance and efficiency.
Coupled with its large battery capacity, the device ensures prolonged usage without compromising on power. Furthermore, the inclusion of AI-powered dual rear cameras enhances the photography experience, allowing users to capture memorable moments with ease. Complementing these features is the innovative Magic Ring functionality, which adds a touch of uniqueness to the overall user experience.
Priced competitively at Rs. 7,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus offers remarkable value for money. Additionally, customers can take advantage of bank offers to purchase the device at an even more attractive effective price of Rs. 6,999. Scheduled to go on sale via Flipkart starting March 9, the smartphone will be available in three captivating color options: Galaxy White, Shiny Gold, and Timber Black.
As for its specifications, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus features a 6.6-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth and fluid visuals for an immersive viewing experience. The device runs on the Android 13 Go Edition-based XOS 13 interface, optimized to deliver enhanced performance and efficiency on modest hardware configurations.
With its MediaTek Helio G36 SoC and generous RAM and storage capacities, users can expect seamless multitasking and ample space to store their favorite apps, photos, and media files. Moreover, the smartphone offers expandable storage options via a microSD card, providing flexibility for users to accommodate their growing digital needs.
For optics, the dual rear camera unit on the Infinix Smart 8 Plus includes a 50-megapixel primary sensor and an unspecified AI-backed sensor alongside a quad-LED Ring Flash unit. Meanwhile, the 8-megapixel front camera sensor is housed with a centred hole-punch slot at the top of the screen. The phone also supports Infinix’s Magic Ring, which is a collapsible pill-shaped animated bar, similar to Apple’s Dynamic Island, that shows various notifications and more, comprehensively.
Infinix has packed a 6,000mAh battery in the Infinix Smart 8 Plus with support for 18W wired fast charging. For security, it has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. The phone gets 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, GLONASS, and USB Type-C connectivity. Weighing 189g, the handset measures 163.6mm x 75.6mm x 8.5mm in size.