Infinix Smart 6 Plus vs Infinix Hot 9 Play: Budget Battle!

Looking for an affordable smartphone that doesn't completely break the bank? The Infinix Smart 6 Plus and Hot 9 Play are both contenders in the budget segment, offering a range of features at attractive price points. But which one delivers the best value?

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Infinix Hot 9 Play generally edges out the Smart 6 Plus thanks to its slightly more powerful chipset options (especially the octa-core variant), potentially better camera performance, and reverse charging capability. However, the Smart 6 Plus might offer a more modern design and potentially better software experience depending on the specific model.

PHONES
Phone Names	Infinix Smart 6 Plus (India)	Infinix Hot 9 Play

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

Launch
Announced	2022, July 29	2020, April 09. Released 2020, April 09
Status	Available. Released 2022, August 03	Discontinued

Body
Build	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame	Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Dimensions	172.6 x 77.7 x 8.7 mm (6.80 x 3.06 x 0.34 in)	171.8 x 78 x 8.9 mm (6.76 x 3.07 x 0.35 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight	202 g (7.13 oz)	209 g (7.37 oz)

Display
Protection	Panda Glass	Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~257 ppi density)	720 x 1640 pixels (~263 ppi density)
Size	6.82 inches, 112.3 cm2 (~83.7% screen-to-body ratio)	6.82 inches, 110.5 cm2 (~82.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 440 nits (typ)	IPS LCD

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)	Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 - 32/2GBOcta-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB
Chipset	Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm)	Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm) - 32/2GBMediatek MT6762D Helio A25 (12 nm) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	PowerVR GE8300PowerVR GE8320
OS	Android 12 (Go edition)	Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC (dedicated slot)	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	64GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM	32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	eMMC 5.1

Main Camera
Dual	8 MP, f/2.0, AF Auxiliary lens	13 MP, (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, AF Auxiliary lens
Features	Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama	Triple-LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	5 MP, f/2.0	13 MP, AF
Video	1080p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Selfie camera
Features	LED flash	-
Single	5 MP, f/2.0	8 MP, (wide)
Video	720p@30fps	1080p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes

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

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

Battery
Charging	-	10W wired Reverse wired
Stand-by	-	Up to 750 h
Talk time	-	Up to 25 h
Type	5000 mAh	6000 mAh

Misc
Colors	Tranquil Sea Blue, Miracle Black	Midnight Black, Quetzal Cyan, Violet, Ocean Wave
Models	X6823C, X6823	X680, X680B, X680C
Price	About 100 EUR	About 100 EUR
SAR EU	-	0.35 W/kg (head)

Infinix Smart 6 Plus (India)

Potentially newer software
Clean design
Large battery

Less powerful chipset
Potentially less versatile camera
No reverse charging

Infinix Hot 9 Play

More powerful chipset options (octa-core available)
Better camera versatility
Reverse wired charging
Potentially better color accuracy on display

Older design
Software may be less optimized

Display Comparison

Both phones feature large, HD+ displays, typically around 6.5 inches. Expect decent viewing angles and adequate brightness for indoor use. The Hot 9 Play might have slightly better color accuracy depending on the specific panel used, but both are adequate for everyday tasks and media consumption.

Camera Comparison

The Hot 9 Play generally has a more versatile camera setup, often including a higher resolution main sensor and potentially additional lenses like a depth sensor. While both phones offer decent image quality in good lighting conditions, the Hot 9 Play is likely to produce slightly more detailed and vibrant photos. Low-light performance will be average on both.

Performance

The Hot 9 Play holds a slight advantage here. While the Smart 6 Plus uses the Helio G25, the Hot 9 Play offers both the Helio A22 (quad-core) and the more capable Helio A25 (octa-core) depending on the configuration. The octa-core version of the Hot 9 Play will handle multitasking and slightly more demanding games better. Expect both phones to be suitable for basic apps and social media.

Battery Life

Both phones boast large batteries, typically around 5000mAh. Expect all-day battery life with moderate usage. The Hot 9 Play's inclusion of reverse wired charging is a significant advantage, allowing you to use it as a power bank for other devices.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Infinix Smart 6 Plus (India)? Users prioritizing a clean design and potentially a slightly newer software experience, and who don't need the absolute best performance. Who should buy the Infinix Hot 9 Play? Users seeking a bit more processing power, a potentially better camera, and the added convenience of reverse wired charging, all while staying within a tight budget.