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Infinix Hot 8
Infinix Hot 8 Highlights and Overview
The Infinix Hot 8 is a midrange smartphone from Infinix Mobility. The device is available in two versions. The Asian version, powered by an Octa-core Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 CPU clocked at 2.0GHz, along with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage, and the African version powered by a Quad-core Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 CPU at 2.0GHz with 2GB RAM and 32GB internal storage. There is PowerVR GE8320 GPU and storage expansion options on both sides. The display on the device is a 6.52-inches IPS HD+ with 720 x 1600 pixels resolution, and a 19.5:9 ratio. The device makes use of the trending Waterdrop notch Cut-out, which holds the front facing camera.
On the camera department, you are getting a triple camera sensors, comprising of a 13-megapixel main sensor, a 2-megapixel depth sensor and a VGA lowlight sensor. On the front, Infinix made use of a single 8-megapixel front-facing camera hidden in the notch.
The device has a rear placed fingerprint scanner at the back. It also have support for dual Nano-SIMs, with 4G LTE networks. And to carter for the large display, there is a built-in 5000mAh battery, and of course, the hardwares are unified together on an Android 9.0 (Pie) out of the box. Other key specifications and silent features of the Infinix Hot 8 smartphone are detailed in the specs table below.
Infinix Hot 8 Full Specifications and Features
NETWORK
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Network Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Network Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), 8(900), 38(2600), 40(2300), 41(2500) |
| 5G Network Bands | No support for 5G Network modem |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
LAUNCH
| Also Known As |
- - |
BODY
| Dimensions | 165 x 76.3 x 8.7 mm (6.41 x 3.10 x 0.33 in) |
| Weight | 179 g (6.07 oz) |
| Build | Premium Plastic |
| SIM Type | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY
| Display Type | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size | 6.52 inches, 97.8 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~269 ppi density) |
PLATFORM
| Operating System | Android 9.0 (Pie) XOS 5.0 |
| Chipset |
Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 - Africa Version Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 - Asian Version |
| CPU |
Quad-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53) - Africa Version Octa-core CPU (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 and 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - Asian Version |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 |
MEMORY
| RAM + ROM |
2 GB RAM - African Version 4GB RAM - Asian Version |
| Card Slot | Yes, up to 128GB via microSD card |
MAIN CAMERA
| Camera Type | Triple Lenses |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 13 MP + 2 MP + 0.3 MP Main cameras |
| Camera Features |
Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Geotagging Panorama HDR Touch focus Face detection White balance settings ISO settings Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene mode |
| Video Resolution | 1080p@30fps |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Camera Type | Single Lens |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 8-megapixel |
| Camera Features |
FaceID HDR AI Beauty LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p@30fps |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Speaker Location | Chin, below display |
| Audio Jack Type | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
CONNECTIVITY
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP |
| NFC | |
| GPS | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | Non-removable Li-Ion 5000 mAh battery |
| Wireless Charging | No |
| Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. | Up to 28 hours |
| Stand-by | Up to 480 hours |
OTHER FEATURES
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Box Contents | Charging Brick / USB cable |
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How much would it be by the time it’s available in Nigeria?
So far we’ve heard that African versions will come with a Lite version, which should be a lot cheaper, even at that, the main hot 8 should be around 40k when it launches in Nigeria
This Phone Is Very Cool I have Reviews It On site My Users Said Its So Cool It has many Features
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How much can I get this device and the total price to Lusaka Zambia??
Comment:How much will the main device cost when it gets to nigeria I don’t need the lite version and when will it get to nigeria
It might or might not even reach Nigeria. So I can’t say for sure
It is already available in Nigeria. Jumia has got it for ₦ 39,890
Wow that phone is very good
Any hope for Hot 8 4gb RAM to be available in African later also…?????
The one I bought is of 4000Mah instead of 5000Mah,its camera isn’t good, it has 2gb Ram and 2gb ROM instead of 2gb ram and 32gb ROM.
You bought a fake Hot 8 obviously. Sorry!
Je voudrais ca.c’est combien svp??
How Awesome This Phone
Pls is the Asian version available in Nigeria and how much.
Comment:PLEASE. How much is the Phone NOW