Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Infinix Smart 9
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Infinix Smart 9 (2024) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Smart 9 leads — 23/100 vs 18/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Infinix Smart 9
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (45/100 vs 36/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 195g
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Infinix Smart 9, the Infinix Smart 9 scores 5 points higher (23/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 9 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Infinix Smart 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 10W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 14 (Go edition), XOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 165.7×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 188 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Smart 9
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Smart 9
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Infinix Smart 9
- 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 9 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (45/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Smart 9 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).
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 or the Infinix Smart 9?
The Infinix Smart 9 edges out the Infinix Hot 12 Play by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Infinix Smart 9?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Infinix Smart 9 — 23/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Infinix Smart 9?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Infinix Smart 9 is a better fit for everyday use.