So, the Infinix Note 50s is finally here, and yes, people have been waiting for it. Recently, Infinix has been on a roll in Nepal — launching phones aggressively across almost every price segment. From the budget-friendly Smart 10 and 10 Plus, to the Hot 60 Pro and 60 Pro+ in the 20–25k range, and then, for those who want some serious gaming power, the GT30 Pro around 50,000 NPR. They really are covering the whole spectrum.
If you remember the Note 50X from last month, it was a surprise hit. At just 22,000 NPR, it offered so much. And well… the Note 50s is basically that phone with a little extra polish. Price-wise, the 8/256GB variant sits at 32,000 NPR, and looking at the overall specs, it feels like excellent value for money — design, curved AMOLED display, powerful 5G processor. Could this be the best midrange phone in Nepal right now? Let’s dig in.
Infinix Note 50s Specifications:
- Display: 6.78-inch AMOLED, FHD+, 144Hz refresh rate, 1,300 nits peak brightness, Gorilla Glass 5
- Durability: IP64 dust/splash resistant, MIL-STD-810H certified
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate (4nm)
- Rear cameras: 64MP f/1.7 main (Sony IMX682) + 2MP f/2.4 macro
- Front camera: 13MP f/2.2 (hole-punch cutout)
- Battery: 5,500mAh, 45W wired charging, bypass charging, 10W reverse wired charging
- Operating System: Android 15 with XOS 15
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Additional feature: Scented vegan leather back (Marine Drift Blue variant only)
Infinix Note 50s Review
Design
The first thing you notice is the design. Easily the best in this segment. The back has a classy leather-like finish and the display curves slightly on the edges, giving it a premium feel in hand. It’s slim, lightweight at just 180 grams, and surprisingly comfortable to hold for long periods. One thing that caught my attention: the back panel is scented. Yes, scented. Mag mag basna auscha! Apparently, it uses micro encapsulation technology, and the scent can last up to six months. That’s quirky, but fun.
The phone also has an IP64 rating, and the camera module features an LED light that glows for notifications or while recording videos. Overall, it feels refreshing for a midrange device. You don’t often see this level of detail.
Display
Design aside, the display is solid. We get a 10-bit AMOLED screen, 144Hz refresh rate, HDR10 certification, high PWM dimming, and GG5 protection. Brightness? Well… it’s not extreme. Outdoor use in direct sunlight might feel a bit underwhelming, but indoors, it’s perfectly fine. HDR10 works on YouTube only — not Netflix or Amazon Prime — but that’s not a dealbreaker. Watching movies? Fine. Speakers are average, despite being tuned by JBL, and audio output is just… okay. The in-display optical fingerprint sensor works as expected.
Performance
Under the hood, we have the Dimensity 7300 chipset — usually seen in phones around 40k NPR — so performance is snappy. Even with the 144Hz display, most apps run at 120Hz, but the overall experience feels smooth and fast. Gaming? PUBG, Mobile Legends — 90fps, stable performance. Heating happens a bit, probably due to the slim design and lack of VC cooling. Serious gamers might prefer waiting for the GT30.
Software comes with Android 15 and XOS 15 skin. The UI is mostly clean, though first boot has some bloatware, which can mostly be uninstalled. And here’s a cool feature: press the power button, and you can access DeepSeek. AI features include Circle to Search, AI Wallpaper Generator, AI Eraser, and audio transcription and summarization — things you usually find in premium devices, now on a midrange phone. Update-wise, Infinix promises two years of OS updates and three years of security updates. That’s reassuring.
Battery
Battery is strong. 5500mAh, comfortably lasts a full day. And that 45W charger in the box? Can fully charge it in about an hour. Practical, straightforward, and efficient.
Camera
Camera time. In good lighting, photos are solid. But since it’s a midrange phone, the lens isn’t very fast, so hands and subjects need to stay still.
Otherwise, results can be a bit average. Portraits, however, look good: 2X option, accurate skin tones, nicely done blur. Selfies? Also decent.
Downsides: three things. No ultra-wide camera. Low-light photos aren’t great. Video output is average. Nothing extraordinary here, but acceptable for the segment.
Infinix Note 50s Review: Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Premium design and curved AMOLED
- Scented back panel
- Smooth performance (5G ready)
- Good battery, fast charging
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AI features included
Cons:
- No ultra-wide camera.
- Weak low-light shots.
- Average speakers and video.
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Display dim outdoors.
Infinix Note 50s Review Conclusion
All things considered, when you line it up against Redmi Note 14, Samsung A16, or Honor X8c, the Infinix Note 50s seems like the best deal. For 32,000 NPR, you get 256GB storage, good design, quality curved AMOLED, a capable 5G processor, a decent camera, and solid battery. And surprisingly, AI features are abundant — rare in this segment.
Thumbs up for this phone. Really.
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