Smartphones priced under 10K pesos usually get the most attention since they cater to consumers on a tight budget.
Today we are going to compare two smartphones, Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ vs OPPO A60 both are in the same price point, but the other one is more affordable and at the same time offers the most when it comes to spec sheet and performance.
First, let us look at the most important part of their spec sheet, the chipset. The Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ is powered by a Helio G100 chip while the OPPO A60 runs on a Snapdragon 680.
Both are 6nm chips, so they are battery efficient but when it comes to overall performance the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ and its Helio G100 outperform the OPPO A60.
It is much more responsive, and it handles multitasking with much more ease. We also tried gaming on both devices and so far, our experience with the HOT 50 Pro+ is much smoother than the A60.
The only advantage of the Snapdragon 680 chip is it has better battery efficiency, however the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ sports an AMOLED display making it a more battery-efficient device.
For a more detailed comparison here are their benchmark results.Â
OPPO A60
Infinix HOT 50 Pro+
Now for their design, Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ vs OPPO A60 sport different looks. Infinix HOT= 50 Pro+ features a simpler look while the OPPO A60 has a stunning and eye-catching appearance.
The Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ has a smooth matte-like finish back panel while the A60 comes with a glossy finish with a patterned design on its back with both devices featuring an IP54 dust and splash resistance.
If you ask me, I will go for the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ because of its feel. It has the touch of a laptop build which is cool for an affordable smartphone. It feels and looks more premium plus it has a smaller camera module compared to the A60.Â
Aside from that, another thing that makes the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ a better option is its dimensions.
For a device that is packed with tons of features, it is surprising that this one is lighter, and thinner compared to the OPPO A60. The HOT 50 Pro+ weighs in at 162g with a thickness of 6.8mm compared to Oppo A60’s 186g and a thickness of 7.7mm. Because of those dimensions, the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ is an overall better device for day-to-day use.
It is easy to carry around, plus it is comfortable for the hand. I usually lose track of time when I am using this device for social media scrolling, and other multimedia consumption.Â
Now let’s talk about their display. Usually, an entry-level smartphone display is the part where they cut corners to compensate for other features. You can see it on most devices at this price point. That is why it is always surprising to encounter a device that packs a midrange display with an affordable price tag.
In this comparison, the display of the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ is comparable to devices that are priced higher while the OPPO A60 features the most common display of an entry-level smartphone.
The display of the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ boasts a 6.67″ FHD+ AMOLED display that is paired with a 120hz refresh rate, while the OPPO A60 only comes with a 6.67″ HD+ IPS LCD that is then paired with a 90Hz refresh rate.
Infinix also comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor while OPPO A60 still has the standard side-mounted sensor. Another solid feature of the HOT 50 Pro+ is that it comes with a peak brightness of 1300 nits which makes it a solid device for outdoor use plus the Gorilla Glass protection makes it more durable compared to the A60.
In terms of their display quality, Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ offers a more vibrant and colorful display with sharp and crisp details. The AMOLED plus the faster refresh rate is a solid feature for this since it gives us a better overall experience. The HOT 50 Pro+ also offers slimmer bezels thanks to its curved edges giving us a much more immersive experience.Â
As for software, both phones run on Android 14 with ColorOS 14 on OPPO A60 and XOS 14.5 on the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+.
As for their configuration, Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ offers 8GB+8GB of RAM and 256 of storage while the OPPO A60 offers 8GB with up to another 8GB of RAM expansion and 128GB of storage. Considering their price point, it is quite impressive how Infinix manages to fit in a huge storage configuration.
When it comes to their battery, Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ vs OPPO A60 are backed by a 5000mAh battery capacity with 45W of charging for the OPPO A60 and 33W of fast charging for the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+.
During our video loop test, the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ lasted for about 13 hours and 26 minutes while the OPPO A60 lasted about 12 hours and 58 minutes. Even though both phones offer the same battery Infinix lasted longer thanks to its battery-efficient display.
As for their charging, juicing up the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ with its 33W charging took about 1 hour and 18 minutes while the OPPO A60 only took about 1 hour.
When it comes to their pricing, Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ is priced at PHP8,499 for the 8GB+256GB configuration while the OPPO A60 is priced at PHP9,999 for the 8GB+128GB config.
If you are looking for overall value then between these two devices, the Infinix HOT 50 Pro+ is the better choice. Out of all the categories that we talked about the only part where the OPPO A60 comes out on top is the charging speed.
On the other hand, the HOT 50 Pro+ offers a more impressive display, better chipset, longer battery life, and impressive build quality.Â
Aside from all that, it offers a slim design and an impressive gaming performance which is a thing to have for a smartphone at this price point.
Infinix as always never disappoints when it comes to delivering a device that can do more without breaking the bank.
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