Quick Verdict
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30 Play if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Infinix Hot 30 Play
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Performance
83.5 ★
60.5
Camera
92.0 ★
76.0
Battery
96.0 ★
76.0
Gaming
84.0 ★
61.0
Overall
89.8 ★
72.0
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
83.5/100
Camera Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
92.0/100
Battery Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
96.0/100
Gaming Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
84.0/100
Overall Winner
Infinix Hot 30 Play
89.8/100
Best Value
Infinix Hot 30 Play
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
📷 Camera
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
🔋 Battery
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
💰 Value
🏆 Infinix Hot 30 Play
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.78"
6.40"
Display Type
AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2304Hz PWM, 700 nits (typ), 1600 nits (peak), 4500 nits (peak)
Dynamic AMOLED 2X Capacitive Touchscreen, Multitouch
Resolution
1224x2720
1080x2340
Refresh Rate
144 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 8350 Ultimate (4 nm)
Exynos 2200 (4 nm)
GPU
Mali G615-MC6
Xclipse 920
RAM
12 GB
8 GB
Storage
512 GB
256 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.33", 0.8µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 111˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.0µm, AF
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), PDAF, OIS+ 8 MP, f/2.4, 75mm (telephoto), PDAF, 3x optical zoom + 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide), LED Flash
Selfie Camera
13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
10 MP, f/2.4, 26mm (wide), Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps; gyro-EIS)
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@960fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5500 mAh
4500 mAh
Charging
45W wired 30W wireless 10W reverse wired 5W reverse wireless Bypass Charging 2
25W wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min, Wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direc
Bluetooth
5.4, A2DP, LE
5.3 with A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Dual SIM (2 Nano-SIMs or SIM + eSIM, dual stand-by)
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
163.7 x 75.8 x 8 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.31 in)
158 x 76.5 x 8.2 mm
Weight
189g
209g
Build Material
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), plastic frame, plastic back
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Colors
Dark Flare, Blade White, Shadow Ash
Mint, Cream, Graphite, Purple, Indigo, Tangerine
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 15
Android 13, up to 4 major OS updates, One UI 8
Our Verdict
Infinix Hot 30 Play is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 89.8/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Camera, Battery, Gaming. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE puts up a strong fight with a score of 72.0/100.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Infinix Hot 30 Play
Pros
- Strong performance
- Excellent camera system
- All-day battery life
- 144Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
Cons
- Limited availability
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Pros
- Decent everyday performance
- Good battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Average camera
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Infinix Hot 30 Play or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
Infinix Hot 30 Play is the overall winner with a score of 89.8/100, winning in 4 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Infinix Hot 30 Play or Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
Infinix Hot 30 Play wins in camera with 92.0/100 vs 76.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Infinix Hot 30 Play has better battery with a score of 96.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Infinix Hot 30 Play is better for gaming with a score of 84.0/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Infinix Hot 30 Play offers better value at PKR 28,999 with a value score of 4.4.
What is the price difference between Infinix Hot 30 Play and Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
Infinix Hot 30 Play costs PKR 28,999 while Samsung Galaxy S23 FE costs PKR 204,999. The price difference is PKR 176,000.
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