Infinix Hot 40 vs Infinix Note 12 G88
The Infinix Hot 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Infinix Note 12 G88 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 12 G88 leads — 42/100 vs 39/100 (a 3-point difference).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 40
Infinix Note 12 G88
What makes Infinix Hot 40 better?
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Infinix Note 12 G88 better?
- Lighter: 184g vs 196g
- Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40 vs the Infinix Note 12 G88, the Infinix Note 12 G88 scores 3 points higher (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 40 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 is a bit better (70/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40 | Infinix Note 12 G88 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13.5 | Android 11, XOS 10.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×8.3 mm | 164.4×76.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 184 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 40
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 32MP
Infinix Note 12 G88
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 40
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Infinix Note 12 G88
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 40
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Note 12 G88
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 40 and Infinix Note 12 G88, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 40 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G88 is a bit better (70/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40 or the Infinix Note 12 G88?
The Infinix Note 12 G88 edges out the Infinix Hot 40 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40 and the Infinix Note 12 G88?
The Infinix Hot 40 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Infinix Note 12 G88 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 40 or the Infinix Note 12 G88?
The Infinix Hot 40 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40 over the Infinix Note 12 G88?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Infinix Note 12 G88 (81/100 vs 54/100).