Infinix Hot 40i vs Poco F8 Ultra
The Infinix Hot 40i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $100 and $729. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 29/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 333,647); the Infinix Hot 40i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 40i
Poco F8 Ultra
What makes Infinix Hot 40i better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $729
- Better portability (62/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 333647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1335
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 27/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40i vs the Poco F8 Ultra, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 60 points higher (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 40i — 46/100, Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (97/100 vs 27/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 40i is a bit better (62/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40i | Poco F8 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 333647 | 3651476 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.6×8.3 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $100 | $729 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 40i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 40i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 40i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 40i and Poco F8 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Infinix Hot 40i by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $629. Infinix Hot 40i was $629 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (97/100 vs 27/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (90/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 40i is a bit better (62/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i by 60 points (89/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40i and the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Infinix Hot 40i has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Poco F8 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 40i over the Poco F8 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.