Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs Infinix Note 40S
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (2022) runs on the Unisoc T610, while the Infinix Note 40S (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 40S leads — 35/100 vs 17/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Infinix Note 40S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 209g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
Infinix Note 40S
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 43/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 176g vs 209g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 38/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC vs the Infinix Note 40S, the Infinix Note 40S scores 18 points higher (35/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 40S leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 40S significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 40S significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC and the Infinix Note 40S are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Note 40S significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (80/100 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 Note 40S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T610 | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | — | 408000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 10 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, XOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 171.0×78.0×8.9 mm | 164.1×74.6×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 176 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Note 40S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Note 40S
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Infinix Note 40S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 20W
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 40S significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 40S significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (44/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC and the Infinix Note 40S are nearly equal (45/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Note 40S significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC (80/100 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 Note 40S?
The Infinix Note 40S is noticeably better than the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC and the Infinix Note 40S?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Infinix Note 40S — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC or the Infinix Note 40S?
The Infinix Note 40S leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC over the Infinix Note 40S?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play NFC is a better fit for everyday use. The Infinix Note 40S is a better fit for everyday use.