Infinix has officially launched the Hot 50i in Kenya, targeting entry-level smartphone users with a sleek, modern design. The Hot 50i stands out as one of the slimmest phones in its price range, making it an attractive option for those looking for style and functionality on a budget.
The device features a 6.7-inch LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, providing users with smooth and sharp visuals. With HD+ resolution and 500 nits brightness, it ensures great screen clarity even under the Kenyan sun. A punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera and a dynamic bar add to the aesthetic appeal.
Under the hood, the Infinix Hot 50i is powered by a Helio G81 processor, coupled with either 4GB or 6GB of RAM, and an additional 8GB of extended RAM for seamless multitasking. It also boasts 256GB of internal storage, which is expandable up to 2TB with an external microSD card—a major win for users who store lots of media. It runs on the latest Android 14 with Infinix’s XOS 14.5 overlay, giving it a smooth user experience.
For photography enthusiasts, the phone features a 48MP main camera paired with a 2MP depth sensor for those portrait shots that pop. On the front, an 8MP selfie camera ensures crisp photos and videos. Both cameras shoot videos in 1080p, offering various modes such as Slow Motion, Portrait, Timelapse, and Panorama, which cater to the content creation trends popular among Kenyan youths.
The Infinix Hot 50i is powered by a robust 5000mAh battery that supports 18W Type-C fast charging, ensuring long-lasting usage and quick recharge times—a critical feature for users in regions with inconsistent electricity access. Other features include dual Nano-SIM support, a side-mounted fingerprint reader, DTS sound with dual speakers, and IP54 water and dust protection, making it durable in varied environments. At just 184g and 8.1mm thin, the phone is lightweight and comfortable to hold.
Available in Sleek Black, Sage Green, and Titanium Gray, the Hot 50i is available for pre-order at Ksh 13,699 for the 6GB RAM/128GB storage version. Customers can place orders at Infinix retail shops or through online platforms like XPark, PhonePlace Kenya, and Ropem Telcom.
This launch underscores Infinix’s commitment to providing affordable yet feature-packed smartphones for the Kenyan market, catering to both urban and rural users who need reliable devices for communication, work, and entertainment.