Quick Verdict
- Choose Infinix Hot 30i 8GB if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Infinix Smart 8 Plus if you want the better camera for photos and videos.
- Choose Infinix Smart 8 Plus if battery life and all-day usage matter most.
- Choose Infinix Smart 8 Plus if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Infinix Hot 30i 8GB if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Infinix Hot 30i 8GB
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Performance
51.4 ★
45.6
Camera
50.0
76.0 ★
Battery
86.0
100.0 ★
Gaming
50.3 ★
47.7
Overall
58.6
65.9 ★
Value for Money
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Best Value ★
Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Infinix Hot 30i 8GB
51.4/100
Camera Winner
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
76.0/100
Battery Winner
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Infinix Hot 30i 8GB
50.3/100
Overall Winner
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
65.9/100
Best Value
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Infinix Hot 30i 8GB
📷 Camera
🏆 Infinix Smart 8 Plus
🔋 Battery
🏆 Infinix Smart 8 Plus
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Infinix Hot 30i 8GB
💰 Value
🏆 Infinix Smart 8 Plus
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.56"
6.60"
Display Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
Resolution
720x1612
720x1612
Refresh Rate
90 Hz
90 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Unisoc T606 (12 nm)
Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
GPU
Mali-G57 MP1
PowerVR GE8320
RAM
8 GB
4 GB
Storage
128 GB
128 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/3.07", AF Auxiliary lens
50 MP, f/1.9, (wide), AF Auxiliary lens
Selfie Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1/3.94"
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
Yes
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
6000 mAh
Charging
18W wired
18W wired Reverse wired
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✗ No
✗ No
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
Yes
5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✗ No
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
164 x 75.8 x 8.4 mm (6.46 x 2.98 x 0.33 in)
163.7 x 75.7 x 9 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight
191g
204g
Build Material
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Mirror Black, Glacier Blue, Diamond White, Marigold
Galaxy White, Shiny Gold, Timber Black
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 12, XOS 10.6
Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Infinix Hot 30i 8GB
Pros
- All-day battery life
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Slow 18W charging
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Pros
- All-day battery life
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
- Not ideal for gaming
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Infinix Hot 30i 8GB or Infinix Smart 8 Plus?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Infinix Hot 30i 8GB or Infinix Smart 8 Plus?
Infinix Smart 8 Plus wins in camera with 76.0/100 vs 50.0/100.
Which has better battery life?
Infinix Smart 8 Plus has better battery with a score of 100.0/100.
Which is better for gaming?
Infinix Hot 30i 8GB is better for gaming with a score of 50.3/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Infinix Smart 8 Plus offers better value at PKR 26,999 with a value score of 4.1.
What is the price difference between Infinix Hot 30i 8GB and Infinix Smart 8 Plus?
Infinix Hot 30i 8GB costs PKR 29,999 while Infinix Smart 8 Plus costs PKR 26,999. The price difference is PKR 3,000.
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