Introduction of Infinix Hot 50

Infinix places the Hot series as a way of providing as much visible value as possible: big screens, big batteries, and friendly price tags. The Hot 50 restates the same formula that has a large screen of 6.78 inches with 120Hz, a 50MP main camera, and a 5000mAh battery. Yes– when you have a large screen (and long battery life) on a limited budget. Infinix Hot 50 offers a 6.78″ 120Hz screen and a 5000mAh battery at a price that beats most of its rivals.

Key specs at a glance

• Display: 6.78″ FHD+ 120Hz IPS (≈1080×2460)
• SoC: MediaTek Helio G100 (varies by SKU)
• RAM/Storage: 6/8 GB RAM — 128/256 GB storage (+ microSD)
• Rear cameras: 50 MP main + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro/depth
• Front camera: 8 MP
• Battery: 5000 mAh — charger ≈ 18W
• OS: Android 14 with XOS skin
• Weight: ≈ 187 g — thin for its screen size
• Launch window: Late 2024 (regional rollouts)

Pros & Cons

Pros

• 120Hz display for smooth scrolling and better media experience.
• Large 6.78″ screen — great for video and reading.
• A 5000mAh battery gives long runtime.
• Clean everyday performance for browsing and social apps.
• Competitive price in many markets.

Cons

• ~18W charging — slower than many rivals with 33W+ charging.
• Not the brightest under direct sunlight (outdoor visibility is so-so).
• Ultrawide and macro cameras are weaker in low light.
• XOS includes extra apps, some users call “bloatware.”
• The power button is slightly recessed (small usability nit).

Design & ergonomics

What it feels like: The Hot 50 is not very bulky considering its size – approximately 187 g and 7.7 mm thick – thus allowing prolonged viewing. The lightness, as well as a thin profile, aids in alleviating the fatigue in the wrist when reading or playing a game.

Materials: Mostly polycarbonate body with finish treatments that emulate glass on higher trims.  Using plastic keeps manufacturing costs down while allowing finishes that look premium from a distance.

Buttons & ports: Volume rocker and power key are located traditionally. Some of the reviewers also observed that the power button is a little bit recessed, and thus, using it to easily revive the phone will be a bit cumbersome.

Build quality: For the price, the Hot 50 feels solid. There’s no official IP rating, so it’s prudent to keep it away from water and dusty environments.

Design verdict: Attractive and practical for a budget phone — not premium-feeling, but engineered to be comfortable and durable for daily use.

Display — 120Hz and what it means

Headline: The 120Hz refresh rate notably smooths UI animations, scrolls, and some games. For the money, seeing 120Hz on a 6.78″ panel is a real perceptible upgrade versus common 60Hz screens.

Panel type: IPS LCD (not OLED). IPS offers Consistent brightness and color at this price, though it won’t produce the inky blacks or infinite contrast ratios of OLED panels.

Brightness & outdoor use: While nominal specs can claim decent peak brightness, real-life reports show average outdoor visibility. Indoors and in shaded environments, the display looks crisp and vivid. Under direct sunlight, it can struggle — if you often use your phone in bright midday conditions, consider an AMOLED alternative with higher peak nits.

Color & accuracy: Good for casual users — social apps, streaming video, and everyday tasks. Color-critical users should look for measured sRGB coverage and Delta E scores, which are typically better on calibrated panels.

Display tips

• Keep 120Hz on for a smooth experience.
• Drop to 60Hz for extended battery life.
• Use auto-brightness to adapt to changing ambient conditions.

Performance & gaming (Helio G100)

Chipset: MediaTek Helio G100 — an entry-level to lower-midrange chip that focuses on CPU responsiveness rather than GPU supremacy.

Every day use: Excellent. Web browsing, social apps, video streaming, and messaging run smoothly. The device handles multitasking comfortably when paired with 6–8GB RAM.

Gaming: Casual titles and less-demanding competitive shooters perform well at medium settings. Heavy 3D titles will require graphics dialed down; frame drops and thermal throttling are possible in extended sessions.

Thermals: Under sustained load (long gaming or heavy benchmarking), the SoC warms up and may throttle to manage temperatures, which reduces peak performance during marathon sessions.

Benchmark expectations:

• Responsive single-core performance.
• Mid to low-mid multi-core and GPU scores compared to higher-tier Dimensity or Snapdragon chips.

Practical tip: For extended gaming sessions, use medium graphics, enable any performance modes in XOS, and consider short breaks to avoid thermal throttling.

Battery life & charging

Battery size: 5000 mAh — the Hot 50’s principal advantage.

Real-life endurance: Light-to-moderate users should expect a full day, and commonly up to a day and a half. Heavy screen-on users (video streaming, gaming) will still get several hours of useful screen time before reaching low battery.

Charging speed: The included charger is around 18W. That is notably slower than many rivals shipping 33W, 45W, or even faster solutions. Expect longer charge cycles.

Typical charge behaviour:

• 0 → 30%: slower than many current fast-charge phones (fast phones get to ~30% much faster).
• 0 → 50%: noticeably slower.
• 0 → 100%: around 90–120 minutes depending on charger and conditions.

Battery tests

• Video loop endurance test (screen on, fixed brightness).
• PCMark battery test for a standardized mixed-use run.
• Mixed-use real-day test (notifications, browsing, calls, streaming).
• 0→100 charging graph with time snapshots (15, 30, 60 mins).

Battery tips to save power

• Switch to 60Hz to add hours.
• Enable battery saver for travel or long days.
• Reduce screen brightness and disable background sync for non-essential apps.

Cameras

Main camera (50MP): Strong daytime performance for social sharing. Good detail and usable color tuning out of the box.

Ultrawide (8MP): Useful for landscapes and group shots, but softer and less detailed, especially on the edges. Not ideal if you plan heavy cropping.

Macro/depth (2MP): Mostly a convenience feature. Use only in bright light; in low light, it’s noisy and soft.

Low-light & night mode: Night mode helps, but expectations should be moderated. Night photos show noise and less fine detail compared to higher-end phones.

Video: Acceptable for casual clips. Stabilization is digital and effective for light motion; do not expect OIS-level steadiness. Use a gimbal for professional-level clips.

Camera tips

• Keep HDR or automatic HDR on for high-contrast scenes.
• Use night mode and steady mounting for low-light shots.
• Avoid digital zoom past ~2× — instead, crop from the 50MP shot for better detail.

Software & updates

OS: Android 14 with XOS skin. XOS adds features such as Game Mode, RAM extension, and various system customizations.

Bloatware: XOS has several preinstalled apps; many can be disabled or removed, though some system-level apps stay.

Updates: Check Infinix’s update policy for your region. Expect occasional OTA patches; update schedules vary by market.

Software tips

• Uninstall or disable unused apps to free storage and reduce background CPU/battery usage.
• Enable RAM extension if available to improve multitasking.
• Check for OTA updates after setup — they can improve camera processing or stability.

Price

~PKR 39,990 for 8/128GB (retailer snapshot). Prices vary by country, retailer, and promotions.

Hot 50 vs Competitors

Phone	Display	SoC	RAM	Main Camera	Battery	Charging	Price (example)
Infinix Hot 50	6.78″ 120Hz	Helio G100	6/8 GB	50 MP	5000 mAh	~18W	Value price
Rival A (e.g., Redmi)	6.5″ 90/120Hz	Snapdragon mid	6/8 GB	50/64 MP	5000 mAh	33W+	Higher
Rival B (e.g., Realme)	6.4″ AMOLED	Dimensity mid	8 GB	64 MP	5000 mAh	33W/45W	Slightly higher

Who should buy the Infinix Hot 50?

Buy if:

• You want the largest screen and the best battery for a tight price.
• You frequently watch videos, read e-books, or browse social media.
• You prefer a phone that easily lasts a day or more without frequent charging.

Don’t buy if:

• You need to charge very fast charging many times daily.
• You require top-tier outdoor visibility in direct sunlight.
• You take lots of night photos or play very heavy 3D games extensively.

FAQs

Conclusion

Infinix Hot 50 is a simple value proposition that can be suggested to individuals who prioritize the screen size and battery life more than anything. You have a spacious, slick 6.78″ 120Hz screen and a huge 5000 mAh battery, which, combined with it, make the Hot 50 great for streaming, social media, reading, and long-day-without-a-charger. The 50MP main camera has a daily responsiveness that is solid for browsing and sending messages with the help of the Helio G100 and 6-8GB RAM, and daytime overviews are easy to capture and share on Social media.