Overall Score
41.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#3412)41.2
Performance(#3869)63.5
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#930)37.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#3854)52.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Infinix Hot 9 Play features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 171.8 x 78 x 8.9 mm and weighing 209 grams.
- It sports a 6.82-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1640 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 263 ppi and a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is driven by either the Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 or the Helio A25 chipset, paired with options of 2GB, 3GB, or 4GB of RAM, ensuring adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera system includes a 13 MP main sensor and a VGA low-light sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The device is powered by a substantial 6000 mAh battery, which does not support fast charging or wireless charging.
- It runs on Android 9.0 Pie, with the Go edition available for lower RAM variants.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone is available in multiple colors, including Midnight Black and Quetzal Cyan.
- Notably, it includes a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the Infinix Hot 9 Play offers a balanced set of features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2020, April 09
Announced2020, April 09
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.82"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1640 pixels (~263 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) - 32/2GBMediatek MT6762D Helio A25 (12 nm) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB
CPUQuad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 - 32/2GBOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB
GPUPowerVR GE8300PowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AFQVGA (Low light sensor)
Main Camera FeaturesTriple-LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity6000 mAh
Battery Details6000 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions171.8 x 78 x 8.9 mm (6.76 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
Weight209 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsMidnight Black, Quetzal Cyan, Violet, Ocean Wave
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass