Infinix Hot 9 Play vs Infinix Smart 4
The Infinix Hot 9 Play (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Infinix Smart 4 (2019) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 9 Play leads — 27/100 vs 20/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 9 Play has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 8 MP; the Infinix Smart 4 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 9 Play
Infinix Smart 4
What makes Infinix Hot 9 Play better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 13MP vs 8MP
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Infinix Smart 4 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 209g
- Better display (38/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 9 Play vs the Infinix Smart 4, the Infinix Hot 9 Play scores 7 points higher (27/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play leads (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 4 and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 4 (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 4 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (66/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 9 Play | Infinix Smart 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 1GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | — | |
| OS | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) - 32/2GBAndroid 9.0 (Pie) - 32/3GB, 64/3-4GB | Android 9.0 Pie (Go edition) | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 171.8×78.0×8.9 mm | 167.0×76.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Infinix Smart 4
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: —
Infinix Smart 4
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 9 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Infinix Smart 4
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 9 Play and Infinix Smart 4, 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 — 10/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Smart 4 and the Infinix Hot 9 Play are nearly equal (38/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 9 Play significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 4 (79/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 4 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 9 Play (66/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 9 Play or the Infinix Smart 4?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play edges out the Infinix Smart 4 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 9 Play and the Infinix Smart 4?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Infinix Smart 4 — 20/100.
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 9 Play over the Infinix Smart 4?
The Infinix Hot 9 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life.