Infinix Hot 40 vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Infinix Hot 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 40 leads — 25/100 vs 9/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 40 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Infinix Hot 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 196g).
Infinix Hot 40
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (34/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40 vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Infinix Hot 40 scores 16 points higher (25/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 40 leads (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 40 leads (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (34/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (39/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40 | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13.5 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.6×8.3 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 150 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Infinix Hot 40
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 32MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Hot 40
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Hot 40
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 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 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 40 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (34/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 40 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (39/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40 (100/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Infinix Hot 40 is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop 5X — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40 and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Infinix Hot 40 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 40 or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Infinix Hot 40 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40 over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Infinix Hot 40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.