Infinix Hot 10i vs Infinix Smart 10 HD
Comparing the Infinix Hot 10i (2021) and the Infinix Smart 10 HD (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Smart 10 HD leads — 17/100 vs 12/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 10i has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).
Infinix Hot 10i
Infinix Smart 10 HD
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (70/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 10i vs the Infinix Smart 10 HD, the Infinix Smart 10 HD scores 5 points higher (17/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 10 HD significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 10i (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 10i is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 10 HD notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 10i (70/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Infinix Hot 10i | Infinix Smart 10 HD | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G70 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 317084 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 417 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1345 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 7.5 | Android 14 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.6×75.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 184 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Infinix Hot 10i
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Smart 10 HD
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 10i
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Smart 10 HD
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Hot 10i
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Smart 10 HD
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 10 HD significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 10i (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 10i is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 10 HD notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 10i (70/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 10i or the Infinix Smart 10 HD?
The Infinix Smart 10 HD edges out the Infinix Hot 10i by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 10i and the Infinix Smart 10 HD?
The Infinix Hot 10i has a MobileRank rating of 12/100, the Infinix Smart 10 HD — 17/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 10i over the Infinix Smart 10 HD?
The Infinix Hot 10i is a better fit for everyday use. The Infinix Smart 10 HD is a better fit for everyday use.