Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs Infinix Hot 8
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (2022) runs on the Unisoc T610, while the Infinix Hot 8 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC leads — 17/100 vs 11/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 8 doesn't; the Infinix Hot 8 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 209g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
Infinix Hot 8
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 179g vs 209g
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs the Infinix Hot 8, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC scores 6 points higher (17/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 8 (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 12 Play NFC is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (76/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC | Infinix Hot 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T610 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 2GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 9.0 (Pie), XOS 5.0 | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×78.0×8.9 mm | 165.0×76.3×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 179 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 8
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Hot 8
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 8 (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 12 Play NFC is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 8 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (76/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Infinix Hot 8?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC edges out the Infinix Hot 8 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC and the Infinix Hot 8?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Infinix Hot 8 — 11/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC over the Infinix Hot 8?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is a better fit for everyday use. The Infinix Hot 8 is a better fit for everyday use.