Infinix Hot 12i vs Infinix Smart3 Plus
The Infinix Hot 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Infinix Smart3 Plus (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 12i leads — 26/100 vs 18/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 12i has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3500); the Infinix Smart3 Plus is noticeably lighter (148g vs 190g).
Infinix Hot 12i
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3500 mAh
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 15/100)
- Lighter: 148g vs 190g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12i vs the Infinix Smart3 Plus, the Infinix Hot 12i scores 8 points higher (26/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12i leads (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12i significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (66/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart3 Plus notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (85/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12i | Infinix Smart3 Plus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.2" LTPS IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1520 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 11, XOS 7.6 | Android 9.0 (Pie) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 157.0×76.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 148 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Infinix Hot 12i
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Hot 12i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- 6.2" LTPS IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Hot 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Infinix Smart3 Plus
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Infinix Hot 12i and Infinix Smart3 Plus, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12i significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart3 Plus (66/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart3 Plus notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12i (85/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12i or the Infinix Smart3 Plus?
The Infinix Hot 12i edges out the Infinix Smart3 Plus by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12i and the Infinix Smart3 Plus?
The Infinix Hot 12i has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Infinix Smart3 Plus — 18/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12i over the Infinix Smart3 Plus?
The Infinix Hot 12i is a better fit for everyday use. The Infinix Smart3 Plus is a better fit for everyday use.