Infinix’s decision to quietly introduce the Hot 60i in Bangladesh seems like an attempt to quietly fill its budget smartphone lineup without causing much excitement. The design offers nothing new or inspiring, closely echoing the previous Hot 50i’s aesthetic. While a sizable 6.78-inch display with a 120Hz refresh rate may look impressive on paper, the IPS LCD quality and unimaginative styling do little to elevate the device in an already saturated market. At a time when even budget smartphones aim for OLED panels or more innovative form factors, Infinix’s choice feels like playing it safe to the point of being bland.
Specifications That Struggle to Impress
Under the hood, the Hot 60i is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, a chipset that, although decent for basic usage, falls short in offering any form of performance punch compared to competing models with more modern processors in the same price bracket. The RAM and storage options, maxing out at 8GB and 256GB respectively, are competitive on paper, but do not compensate for the phone’s other shortcomings. More importantly, the decision to stick with a 12nm manufacturing process titrates the device’s efficiency and longevity.
The 5,160mAh battery coupled with fast charging at 45W is one of the few bright spots—except, even this feels like a recycled offer rather than a carefully engineered standout feature. Battery life and charging speed have become standard expectations rather than selling points, and Infinix has failed to surprise or delight in this area.
Camera Capabilities — Quality Over Quantity Ignored
The Hot 60i’s camera setup is another area that perplexes. Its 50-megapixel primary sensor sits alongside an unspecified 2-megapixel secondary camera. The low-resolution secondary lens does little for depth or versatility; it almost feels like a feature added just for the checklist. Meanwhile, the 8-megapixel front camera, despite its respectable aperture, is unlikely to deliver anything remarkable in real-world use. In an era where mid-range devices offer impressive multi-lens arrays with AI enhancements, Infinix’s reliance on aging camera tech feels outdated and underwhelming.
A Software Experience That Lacks Polish
Running on XOS 15.1 based on Android 15, the phone nominally supports the latest software platform. However, the heavily customized XOS skin is notorious for clutter, bloatware, and occasional awkward transitions, which can detract significantly from user experience. While upgrades and updates are promised, the history of many budget brand skins suggests that users will encounter bugs, delays, and inefficiencies that compromise day-to-day performance.
Pricing and Market Positioning: The Heart of the Problem
With a starting price of roughly Rs. 9,800 for the base model and Rs. 11,500 for the 8GB RAM variant, the Infinix Hot 60i attempts to position itself in an ultra-competitive budget segment. However, this price point is teetering dangerously close to devices that offer better screen technology, more refined cameras, and faster processors. It’s difficult to justify the investment in the Hot 60i given the alternatives that provide stronger overall value and innovation.
Infinix’s reluctance to reveal plans for expanding beyond Bangladesh further highlights a lack of confidence in the device’s appeal. Major markets like India, where consumers are highly price and quality sensitive, seem unlikely to welcome the Hot 60i with open arms.
Ultimately, the Infinix Hot 60i represents a missed opportunity—a phone that chooses conformity over creativity, and budget pragmatism over competitive edge. For consumers seeking genuine value, the Hot 60i fails to balance ambition with reality, landing instead in a frustrating middle ground that leaves much to be desired.
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