Infinix Smart 9 HD launched with Helio G50 chipset

Infinix Smart 9 HD price in Nepal 1

Infinix recently launched the Infinix Smart 9 as its entry-level 4G smartphone. Now, the company has introduced an HD version of this model as a successor to the Smart 8 HD. According to Infinix, the standout feature of the Smart 9 HD is its exceptional durability. In this article, we’ll look closer at the Infinix Smart 9 HD, its specifications, and its expected price in Nepal.

Infinix Smart 9 HD Overview

Infinix claims the Smart 9 HD has undergone different tests, meeting the durability standards of flagship devices. Specifically, the phone has been subjected to 250,000 repeated drop tests, six-sided drop protection, and over 200 additional quality and durability checks.

Infinix Smart 9 HD durability

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Design and Display

The design of the Smart 9 HD closely resembles the Infinix Smart 9, featuring a sleek, monotone finish. On the rear, the device has two cameras along with an LED flash.

Infinix Smart 9 HD design

The Smart 9 HD comes with a 6.7-inch HD IPS LCD display that supports a 90Hz refresh rate and offers a peak brightness of 500 nits. The phone’s dimensions are 165.7 x 77.1 x 8.35mm, and it weighs 188 grams. Additionally, it also boasts an IP54 rating, offering splash resistance.

Performance and Software

Powering the Smart 9 HD is the MediaTek Helio G50 chipset, which is a step down from the Helio G81 found in the standard Smart 9. This octa-core processor features Arm Cortex-A53 cores clocked at 2.2GHz instead of a hybrid big-little core configuration.

MediTek Helio G50

Moreover, the phone is equipped with 3GB of LPDDR4X RAM, expandable virtually up to 6GB or 8GB, alongside 64GB of eMMC 5.1 storage, which can be expanded further via a dedicated microSD card slot. The device runs on XOS based on Android 14 (Go Edition).

Camera and Battery

In terms of optics, the Smart 9 HD has a 13MP rear camera with an f/1.85 aperture. The front camera is an 8MP unit with an f/2.0 aperture, and it includes a front flash for improved selfies in low-light conditions.

Infinx Smart 9 HD camera

Furthermore, the phone is equipped with a 5,000mAh battery, which the company claims can provide up to 14.5 hours of video playback and 8.6 hours of gaming. It supports 10W charging and features an AI charge protection function designed to safeguard the battery from overcharging and extend its overall lifespan.

Additionally, the other features include dual SIM support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB Type-C, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security.

Infinix Smart 9 HD Specifications

  • Design: Flat design with a monotone back panel, IP54-rated
  • Dimensions: 165.7 mm x 77.1 mm x 8.35 mm
  • Weight: 188 grams
  • Display: 6.7” IPS a-Si HD LCD panel, up to 90Hz refresh rate, 500 nits typical brightness
  • Chipset: Octa-core MediaTek Helio G50 (12nm)
  • RAM: 3GB LPDDR4X + 3GB virtual RAM (expandable up to 6GB or 8GB)
  • Storage: 64GB, expandable via microSD card
  • Operating System: Android 14 (Go Edition) with XOS 14.0
  • Rear Camera: 13MP Primary
  • Front Camera: 8MP Camera
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Battery: 5,000mAh cell with 10W charging
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM, 4G, Dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Hotspot, Bluetooth, IR Remote, USB Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Colors: Mint Green, Coral Gold, Metallic Black, Neo Titanium

Infinix Smart 9 HD Price in Nepal and Availability

The Infinix Smart 9 HD (3GB/64GB variant) is priced at INR 6,699 in India. Once it launches in Nepal, the expected price for the Infinix Smart 9 HD is around NPR 11,500.

Infinix Smart 9 HD Price in India (Official) Price in Nepal (Expected)
3GB + 64GB NPR 6,699 NPR 11,500