Jun 14th 2022 – The budget smartphone market was just given a bit more pep in its step with the introduction of the Infinix Note 40S 5G.
Aimed at offering top-shelf specs without a top-shelf cost, the device is designed to offer users a balance between performance and value. And honestly? It actually works better than one might think.
For those who desire 5G speeds, a great-looking display, long battery life, and some flash in design — without dropping a fortune — the Note 40S is quite possibly the ticket.
A Design That Turns Heads
Let’s start with the looks. When you pick it up, the Note 40S 5G doesn’t feel like a budget phone. It has a smooth matte finish and a shiny camera module that exudes strong “premium vibes.”
The back is pleasant to look at and resists fingerprints very well, something that plenty of more expensive phones still can’t manage to figure out.
It’s available in a handful of eye-catching colors like Obsidian Black and Titan Gold, so whether you prefer understated or flash, there’s something here for you.
Smooth Display That Delivers
The phone is equipped with a 6.78-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Which means scrolling on social feeds, reading and gaming all feel just super fluid.
The colours pop, contrast is sharp, and we found watching Netflix or YouTube on this device a surprisingly rewarding experience.
It also has passable brightness outdoors, which can’t be said about all offerings in this price bracket. There are slim bezels, for a more immersive appearance.
Performance: Just Right for Your Everyday Hustle
Under the hood, the Infinix Note 40S 5G gets the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ processor, paired with 8GB RAM (and virtual RAM expansion) and 128GB of storage.
For day-to-day use — WhatsApp, Chrome, Spotify, Instagram, even some light gaming — it ran without stutter or lag.
No, it’s not a gaming beast, but it’s good enough for 90% of users that aren’t maxing out on graphics. Apps launch quickly, multitasking doesn’t cause too much slowdown, and switching between apps is smooth.
Cameras With a Surprise (in Good Light)
At the back, you will have a 50MP AI camera and a secondary depth sensor. In the daytime, or in good light, photos are sharp and well-skept. The AI scene detection allows the phone to adjust settings on the fly to make your pictures pop.
Low-light performance? Well, it’s fine —- not mind-blowing, but good, if you know what you’re doing. The 16MP front camera handles natural looking selfies and clear video calls, even in sunny conditions.
Battery life and charging: Designed to Last
Powering the Note 40S is a 5,000mAh battery, which will certainly see you through a whole day, even with some heavy usage. Throw in 33W fast-charging and you won’t be tethered to the wall all day.
A nice touch? You also get MagCharge support (their name for magnetic wireless charging), which is a rarity at this price.
Pros and Cons Table
Pros Cons
✅ Design looks premium and stylish ❌ No ultra-wide or telephoto lens
✅ 120Hz refresh for AMOLED display ❌ Low-light camera performance is just average
✅ Dependable 5G performance ❌ There’s still some bloatware in the interface
✅ Longlasting battery + fast & MagCharge ❌ Not for heavy gamers
✅ Sleek UI along with RAM expansion
Infinix Note 40S 5G come to fails the market of iPhone
The Infinix Note 40S 5G isn’t on here to win any benchmark wars — but in hand, it provides a user experience that’s well above a device of its retail price.
This phone has all the features students and young professionals crave, whether it’s a sparkling display, 5G capabilities, long battery life or a snazzy design.
Infinix is a company that’s clearly listening to what its fans want – and the Note 40S is evidence that you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a taste of luxury.
