Buying a budget smartphone often feels like choosing the lesser of two evils and settling for a sub-standard device. Still, Infinix has changed that in 2025 with the launch of the HOT 60i and Smart 10 Plus, proving that affordability does not have to mean compromise because these are not just budget phones but statement devices built to deliver power, performance, and style without burning a hole in your pocket.
The first concern of any smartphone user in Nigeria is battery life. Infinix addresses this with two approaches of speed and endurance, as the HOT 60i comes with a 5160mAh 5-year durable battery (TÜV-certified for 1,800 cycles) and 45W FastCharge that powers up to 50% in just over half an hour.
At the same time, AI Night Charging ensures the device remains healthy even when plugged in overnight, making it the phone for users who move fast and cannot afford to slow down. In contrast, the Smart 10 Plus carries a 6000mAh battery that lasts for days on a single charge and with Power Marathon AI technology provides up to 2 hours of calling or 24 hours standby even at 5% battery, making it suitable for travellers, shift workers, or anyone unwilling to carry a charger.
Both devices ensure the display matches the performance as the HOT 60i offers a 6.7-inch HD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate, 700 nits peak brightness, and low blue light certification to allow clear and smooth viewing indoors or outdoors, while the Smart 10 Plus presents a 6.67-inch 120Hz HD+ panel with the same 700 nits brightness but reinforced with Gorilla Glass for protection, making scrolling, gaming, or watching content feel smooth and clear.
Performance on the HOT 60i is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate chipset that delivers multitasking and gaming capability, with up to 8GB extended RAM and 256GB storage, plus GyroPro navigation for precise control, positioning it for gamers and heavy app users, while the Smart 10 Plus uses the efficient Unisoc T7250 processor with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage that can be expanded up to 2TB, offering space for music, photos, and videos for media lovers who want everything in one device.
For photography, the HOT 60i features a 50MP AI main camera (f/1.6) supported by an 8MP front camera, with AI scene detection and low-light optimisation for sharper and more vibrant photos, while the Smart 10 Plus comes with dual 8MP AI cameras with ring flashlight and an 8MP front camera, suitable for selfies and daily captures, ensuring social content is clear and ready to share.
Artificial intelligence supports both devices with features designed to adapt to user behaviour as the HOT 60i with XOS 15 AI introduces Adaptive One-Tap assistant, Sensory Scheduling 2.0 for 30% smoother performance, and AI-based app launching that is 15% faster, while Outdoor Booster adjusts brightness, volume, and network performance automatically, and Ultralink Free Call allows 500m offline calling through Bluetooth, while the Smart 10 Plus uses AI for optimising battery consumption with Power Marathon mode and enhancing photography through intelligent scene detection, showing both devices as active partners in daily life rather than basic tools.
Style and durability meet in the HOT 60i with its slim 7.7mm profile, 188g weight, IP64 water and dust resistance, and colour options such as Shadow Blue, Souleye Purple, and Meadow Green, inspired by nature, while the Smart 10 Plus includes Gorilla Glass, IP64 splash resistance, and has been tested through 360° lab checks for drop and stress resistance, proving that durability and design can exist together even in budget devices.
Infinix has redefined what budget smartphones mean by ensuring that the HOT 60i and Smart 10 Plus represent smart choices for smart users, with the HOT 60i designed for fast charging and sleek use and the Smart 10 Plus designed for long-lasting power and extended storage, both proving that affordable does not have to mean basic but instead means functional devices that meet lifestyle needs without compromise.
The Infinix HOT 60i and Smart 10 Plus are available at authorised retailers nationwide.
