Infinix Smart 10 Pro Review: The Practical Feeling of the Budget Smartphone That Surprises
In Short, the Highlights
Estimated Price: Sub-9,000
Screen: 6.6 inches HD + 90 Hz refresh rate
CPU: MediaTek Helio G37
Storage and RAM: 6GB RAM + 128GB storage
Camera: 50-megapixel back camera, 8-megapixel front
Battery: Type-C charging 5000mAh
ProcessOS: Android Pie 14 (Go Edition)
Introduction: Second Wave of the Budget Smartphone War Heats Things Up.
We are at an age when smartphones are not only a calling and texting gadget. They have turned into your virtual friend. And when mid-range smartphones begin to cost similar features to flagship smartphones, that is when the game changes. The Infinix Smart 10 Pro appears to be doing just that.
The phone was released in the ultra-budget segment and hence does not aim to be a beast. However, it humbly defies that cheap phones cannot offer good things. This review comes not out of spec-sheet storytelling, but actual usage. Now, on to the reality of the situation: what is good, what is bad, and is it worth your cash?
Design and Build: Uncluttered but a Hint of Style
Come on, we must admit plain phones do not attract people to themselves most of the time. The Infinix Smart 10 Pro, however, defies this trend in a subtle manner.
Back Panel: The back side is covered in glossy plastic, and though it is non-premium, it does not feel cheap. The gradient finish, in fact, makes it look modern.
Grip & Feel: The phone is not very bulky despite a large battery. It is ergonomically possessed and comfortable to hold; the weight distribution is surprisingly balanced.
Ports & Buttons: There is a USB Type-C port, a fairly common sight in recent years, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and volume rocker and power buttons that are satisfyingly clicky.
Real Talk: The body is not glass, and the high-quality aluminum frame is not possible. The phone does not even look like a 9,000 rupee phone.
Display: Fine Quality and Fluid Experience
Size of Screen: 6.6 inches
HD+ (720 x 1612 pixels)
Refresh rate: 90 Hz
A 90Hz refresh rate is not something that most people will expect at this price point, but Infinix provides one here. There is a lightness in using social media, WhatsApp, or scrolling menus that is better than you would believe.
Brightness: You can use it in the sun, but you cannot count on the clarity as on an AMOLED one.
Color Reproduction: natural colors, none oversaturated.
Running the video on 720p streaming or watching on YouTube is pretty good. It was not cinematic, but you cannot say that it was painful.
Performance: Basic Yet Surprisingly Competent
Processor: Helio G37 by MediaTek
Memory: 6GB physical, 6GB virtual (XOS Memory Fusion)
Memory: 128GB (upsized by way of microSD)
It is not a gamer's phone. However, daily activities, such as phone calls, Instagram, light video editing, YouTube, and Google Docs, play without a hitch.
It will impress you with how smooth it is to operate a budget phone. Neither does it choke nor freeze as most of them in this range do.
Gaming: You can play light games such as Subway Surfers and Free Fire (low graphics).
Thermal Management: No way it gets hot when under pressure but not hot to the point of feeling uncomfortable.
Software: XOS 13 Android 14 Go edition
OS: Android 14 (Go Edition)
The XOS Lite version of Infinix does not have much. There is bloatware, and not much of it. The interface is convenient to understand, and such additional features as Smart Panel and Kids Mode are applied.
In case of upgrading from an old feature phone or upgrading to another low-end phone, you will experience the difference at once in smoothness and functionality.
Camera: Much More Practical than One Would Expect
Rear Camera: 50 MP AI Dual-Camera Set-Up
You will not get DSLR-level clarity at this price, but Infinix is not in any case misrepresenting the figures.
Daylight Shots: Not bad on natural color tones. Focus is speedy.
Portrait Mode: Performance is good in most cases, and edge detection is okay.
Weak point: night photography. Shots in low light are noisy and blurred.
Selfie Front Camera—8MP
It serves the purpose of selfies and video calling. There is an option of beauty mode, which can be a bit toned down.
TL; DR: It is not suited to photography hobbyists. However, it is definitely useful to students, casual users, and the elders.
Battery Life: It Is the True Winner!
Charge: 5000 mAh
Charger: 10W Type-C
The selling point of this phone is probably the battery backup.
Casual Users: Lasts 1.5-2 days with ease.
Heavy Users (YouTube, calling, browsing): The ability to make a full-day use and not require a top-up
Charging Time: Approximately 2.5 hours charge time from 0 to 100 percent
Yes, it is slow at charging, but the battery has beastly endurance.
Connectivity: Everything You Need, Nothing More
4G VoLTE
Dual SIM + microSD (triple slot)
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0
USB Type-C
GSM + AGPS
No 5G, no NFC, and at this price that is reasonable.
The call quality is good, the Wi-Fi is stable, and the connection is not disconnected randomly as on most budget phones.
Security Features
Fingerprint sensor on the side: 8/10 times it works.
Face Unlock: Functions when there is good light. Night works more slowly.
Nothing very fancy, but again, no complaints of this segment.
Ground-level feedback of real-life usage (feedback of live usage at ground level)
We tested this phone on:
Meeting students undertaking online courses
WhatsApp and Google Pay shopkeepers
An aged user who views large extended videos and reads news
All of them considered the phone to be easy to use, responsive, and reliable. That can be hard to get at this price.
Advantages & the Disadvantages
✅ Pros:
90Hz smooth display
Budget scaling type-C charging in the budget segment
Comfortable grip and good design
Long-life battery, 5000mAh battery
6 GB RAM + Virtual RAM
Camera realism
No major heat problem
❌ Cons
HD+ rather than a Full HD screen
The speed of charging is not perfect.
The camera has difficulty in low-light environments.
No 5G enabled
Software bloatware
Is the Infinix Smart 10 Pro worth buying?
And the Infinix Smart 10 Pro is one of the most competitive phones currently and will only get better in the future.
It does not need to sell the moon; its ability to do the job when it is important battery, pleasant UI, a halfway good camera, and a modern design is enough. Ideal for:
New smartphone consumer
Students
Elderly users
Back up phone seekers.
Do not expect sophisticated games, a full HD+ display, or turbo charging; instead, look elsewhere (and pay more).
Judgment: A Cheap Phone That Doesn't Feel Cheap
The Infinix Smart 10 Pro is not another cheap phone but a convenient companion. It has been a sweet compromise between economizing and convenience to users. Very few other phones offer this level of performance and usability without the lags, short battery life, and plain design that are characteristic of other phones.
Final Score: 4.2/5 (within its segment)
What is Infinix Smart 10 Pro?
Q1. Can we use Infinix Smart 10 Pro to play games?
A: We play light games only. Games on large scales will stall.
Q2. Does it allow quick charging?
A: No, it uses a 10W charger.
Q3. Is it possible to combine a SIM and a memory card?
A: Yes, it is triple-slot made.
Q4. Does it possess a fingerprint sensor?
A: Yes, sided on.
Q5. Can this phone be used in online classes or video calls?
A: Yes, that is good to do.
Final Words
Talking about the actual performance, the Infinix Smart 10 Pro also demonstrates that a low-end phone can be much more than good enough. It is a good reminder that utility exists in the era when humans overpay much money on the things they do not need.
