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Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.78 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB)
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
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90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–²Better than 57% of smartphones
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 78%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

7.2

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

â–²Better than 56%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 73%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

6.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.5

Camera

15%

7.2

Display

15%

7.3

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

7.6

Connectivity

4%

4.0

Audio

3%

5.8

Design

6.8
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.1

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
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Popularity:
Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 7.1 points, which is higher than 65.9% of smartphones.
7.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.8
Brand name
Infinix
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor model which is slower than processors in 59.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 4.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.78 inches
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a screen size of 6.78 inches which is larger than the screens of 73.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 9.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2460 px
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a screen resolution of 1080x2460 px which is higher than that of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
396 ppi
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a pixel density of 396 ppi which is higher than that of 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
168.9 mm
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a height of 168.9 mm which is taller than 86.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
76.5 mm
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a width of 76.5 mm which is wider than 63% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.26 mm
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a thickness of 8.26 mm which is thinner than 51% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
201 g
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) weighs 201 g which is heavier than 60.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
102,144 cm³
Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a device volume of 102,144 cm³ which is larger than 72.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% of smartphones.
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Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Supports wireless charging
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4 GB more RAM
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Active Halo, Infinix AI∞, Folax, AI Lens, AI Cam
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2x cheaper
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£130 vs £260).
    £130 vs £260
  • 6.2% better value for money
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.79 vs 7.3).
    7.79 vs 7.34
  • 31.1% more popular
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.13 vs 5.4).
    7.13 vs 5.44
  • 4 GB more RAM
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.4 GHz & 6x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Active Halo, Infinix AI∞, Folax, AI Lens, AI Cam
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 50% higher touch sampling rate
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (360 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    360 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • 0.11 inches inch larger screen size
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.78 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Higher screen resolution
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2460 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.3% higher pixel density
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (396 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    396 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports wireless charging
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Worse processor
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No stereo speakers
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • Lacks focus mode
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • Lower IP rating
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • No aptX HD
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 1.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Infinix Note 40X 5G
    the average smartphone
    Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.88 vs 8.000).
    7.88 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 6300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 6,300 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less L3 cache
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 64.5% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,356 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,356 vs 3,825
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 68.9% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (381 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    381 vs 1,226
  • 19.1% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (762 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    762 vs 942
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 33.3% lower memory bandwidth
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17.1 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17.07 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 21% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2001 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    2,001 vs 2,533
  • Lacks focus mode
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • Worse main camera video quality
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 15.40x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1440x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Worse display glass type
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No stereo speakers
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No aptX HD
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 5.3 mm taller
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) is taller than the average smartphone (168.9 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    168.9 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2.4% heavier
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) is heavier than the average smartphone (201 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    201 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.5 mm wider
    Infinix Note 40x5G (12GB + 256GB) is wider than the average smartphone (76.5 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    76.5 mm vs 76 mm

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What we like about Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • Good value for money and an affordable price point
  • Large 6.78-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing a smooth and immersive viewing experience
  • Ample built-in storage (256GB) and RAM (8GB/12GB variants) for multitasking and media storage
  • Reliable and long-lasting 5000mAh battery life, with some users reporting a day and a half of usage
  • Good primary camera performance with a 108MP main sensor in bright conditions
  • Useful software features (XOS 14 based on Android 14) and a generally smooth experience for everyday tasks
  • Dual stereo speakers with DTS sound processing for a good audio experience
  • Multi-functional NFC support, which is a rare feature in its price segment
  • Premium-looking design with a good in-hand feel
  • Includes a charger and a protective case in the box

What we don't like about Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB)

  • Performance is considered average compared to competitors in the same price segment, with some users experiencing occasional lag during heavy use
  • Slow 18W fast charging compared to other phones in its class
  • Camera performance receives mixed feedback, with subpar macro results and unimpressive low-light performance
  • No guaranteed major Android OS updates, only security updates have been promised
  • Pre-installed bloatware (though it can be uninstalled)
  • Phone can get hot and the battery may drain quickly for some users
  • Connectivity problems and issues with the phone getting locked when traveling abroad and using a new network's SIM card
  • Display could be brighter and is an IPS LCD panel instead of the AMOLED found on some competing models

Verdict

The Infinix Note 40X 5G (12GB + 256GB) is a budget-friendly 5G smartphone running Android 14, featuring a 6.78-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with a 120Hz refresh rate and an interactive "Dynamic Port". Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 5G processor and a substantial 12GB of RAM (expandable via virtual RAM) and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable via microSD), it offers smooth performance for daily tasks and casual gaming. A key selling point is its versatile 108MP AI triple rear camera system with a Quad-LED flash and a reliable 5000mAh battery, along with dual speakers tuned by DTS for an immersive audio experience. The main drawbacks include a slower-than-average 18W fast charging speed compared to some competitors, the use of an LCD instead of an AMOLED display, a basic 8MP front camera, and an uncertain policy on future major Android OS updates.

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