Infinix Smart 8 Review: A Budget Contender Under Rs. 8,000

Infinix Smart 8 Review: A Budget Powerhouse with 90Hz Display and 50MP Camera under Rs. 8,000

Are you in the market for an affordable smartphone with a focus on essential features like build quality, display, battery life, and camera performance? Look no further – the Infinix Smart 8 might just be the answer. In this comprehensive review, we delve into the key aspects of this budget-friendly device to help you make an informed decision.

Introduction:

Ishaan here from Gadgets360, and today we’ll be sharing our first impressions of the recently launched Infinix Smart 8. Building on the success of its predecessor, the Smart 7, Infinix aims to deliver a compelling package with a 5000mAh battery, a 90Hz display, and a promising 50-megapixel primary camera – all priced at an attractive Rs. 7,499 in India.

Design and Build Quality:

The Infinix Smart 8 showcases a revamped design compared to its predecessor. With a matte-finished shiny back panel and flattened, matte-finished sides, the device exudes a pleasing aesthetic. The placement of the power key, incorporating a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and the well-coordinated volume buttons and SIM slot contribute to a user-friendly design. Available in four colors – Galaxy White, Timber Black, Shiny Gold, and Rainbow Blue – the device feels solid, albeit a bit on the heavier side at 184 grams and 8.5mm thick.

Display:

Featuring a 6.6-inch HD+ IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 500 nits, the Smart 8 delivers satisfactory color reproduction and sharpness. However, it struggles in direct sunlight, and viewing angles could be improved. Despite these limitations, the display provides a decent viewing experience for day-to-day use.

Camera Performance:

Equipped with a dual-rear camera setup, including a 50-megapixel primary camera and an AI camera, the Smart 8 delivers commendable performance in daylight shots. The camera system captures sharp images, though the 2x digital zoom proves less useful due to soft image quality. In low-light conditions, the device struggles, requiring stability for sharp night mode images. The front camera exhibits similar behavior, excelling in well-lit scenarios but producing noisy images in challenging lighting.

Performance and Software:

Powered by the UNISOC T606 SoC, the Infinix Smart 8 handles light usage tasks efficiently, making it suitable for activities like browsing, using social media apps, and playing casual games. Running on Infinix’s XOS 13, based on Android 13, the device does suffer from bloatware, which may be a drawback for some users. While lacking 5G support, the Smart 8 offers a decent secondary device option for basic tasks.

In summary, the Infinix Smart 8 emerges as a compelling option for those seeking a budget smartphone under Rs. 8,000. With its robust build, commendable primary camera performance in well-lit conditions, and efficient handling of basic applications, it fulfills the needs of users looking for a secondary device or a temporary break from intensive smartphone usage.