Infinix Hot 20 Play vs Hot 11s: The Ultimate Budget Showdown

Looking for a reliable and affordable smartphone? The Infinix Hot series consistently delivers great value. Today, we're pitting the newer Hot 20 Play against the popular Hot 11s to see which one offers the best bang for your buck. Let's dive in!

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Infinix Hot 11s edges out the Hot 20 Play thanks to its significantly more powerful Helio G88 chipset, resulting in smoother performance for gaming and multitasking. While the Hot 20 Play boasts reverse charging, the Hot 11s' superior processing power makes it the overall winner for most users.

PHONES
Phone Names	Infinix Hot 20 Play	Infinix Hot 11s

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28A, 28, 38, 40, 41	1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41
Speed	HSPA, LTE	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	1, 3, 5, 8, 38, 40, 41	-

Launch
Announced	2022, October 13	2021, September 17
Status	Available. Released 2022, October 13	Available. Released 2021, September 21

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	171 x 78 x 8.9 mm (6.73 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)	168.9 x 77 x 8.8 mm (6.65 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	209.6 g (7.41 oz)	205 g (7.23 oz)

Display
Protection	-	NEG Dinorex T2X-1
Resolution	720 x 1640 pixels (~263 ppi density)	1080 x 2480 pixels (~399 ppi density)
Size	6.82 inches, 110.5 cm2 (~82.8% screen-to-body ratio)	6.78 inches, 108.6 cm2 (~83.5% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)	IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53)	Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
Chipset	Mediatek MT6765 Helio G37 (12 nm)	Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm)
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Mali-G52 MC2
OS	Android 12, XOS 10.6	Android 11, XOS 7.6

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM	64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
	-	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
Dual	13 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens	-
Features	Quad-LED flash	Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Single	8 MP	8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Triple	-	50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lenses
Video	1080p@30fps	1440p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	Dual-LED flash	Dual-LED flash
Single	8 MP	8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Video	1080p@30fps	1440p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes, with dual speakers

Comms
Bluetooth	Yes	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	No	No
Positioning	GPS	GPS
Radio	FM radio	FM radio
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG	USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n

Features
Sensors	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery
Charging	18W wired 5W reverse wired	-
Type	6000 mAh	5000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Racing Black, Luna Blue, Aurora Green, Fantasy Purple	Polar Black, Green Wave, Purple
Models	X6825	X6812, X6812B
Price	About 130 EUR	About 140 EUR

Infinix Hot 20 Play

Large Battery (likely 6000mAh)
Reverse Wired Charging
Affordable Price
Decent Display

Weaker Processor (Helio G37)
Lower Performance
Potentially Less Detailed Camera
HD+ Resolution

Infinix Hot 11s

More Powerful Processor (Helio G88)
Smoother Performance
Better Camera System
More Responsive User Experience

Slightly Smaller Battery (typically 5000mAh)
No Reverse Charging
Potentially Higher Price

Display Comparison

Both phones feature large 6.6-inch displays, likely with an HD+ resolution. The Hot 11s might offer slightly better color accuracy and brightness due to potentially higher panel quality, but both are adequate for everyday use and media consumption. Expect similar viewing experiences overall.

Camera Comparison

The Hot 11s typically features a more versatile camera setup, often including a higher resolution main sensor and potentially additional lenses like macro or depth sensors. While both phones offer decent image quality in good lighting, the Hot 11s is likely to produce more detailed and vibrant photos, especially in challenging conditions. Expect both to struggle with low-light photography.

Performance

This is where the Hot 11s shines. The Helio G88 is a noticeable upgrade over the Helio G37. Expect smoother app loading, better multitasking, and a more enjoyable gaming experience on the Hot 11s. The Hot 20 Play will handle basic tasks well, but will struggle with demanding games or heavy multitasking.

Battery Life

The Hot 20 Play is likely to have a slightly larger battery capacity (potentially 6000mAh) compared to the Hot 11s (typically 5000mAh). However, the Hot 11s' more efficient chipset might result in comparable real-world battery life. The Hot 20 Play's reverse charging is a unique feature allowing it to charge other devices.

Buying Guide

The Infinix Hot 20 Play is ideal for users prioritizing battery life and reverse charging capabilities, and those on a very tight budget. The Infinix Hot 11s is a better choice for those who value performance, smoother gaming, and a more responsive user experience, even if it means a slightly smaller battery.