Infinix Note 40 - 6.78'' Display - 256GB ROM - 8GB GB RAM - 108MP - 5000mAh+P BANK

The Infinix Note 40 is an upgrade from its predecessor the Infinix Note 30. The phone was released in 2024, March 18 and it has major upgrades. The main improvements are seen in the design and the incredible display of the phone. Coupled with the fact that it has a whooping 5000mAh that ensures your phone is always connected to power. Let us review this phone and check if it is worth your money.

The Infinix Note 40 Build

• Design: AMOLED
• Display: 6.78 inches
• Color: Titan Gold, Obsidian Black

Design

The Infinix Note 40 comes with an exceptional and sleek design. The phone is available in our Phone stores in Kenya in two color options, Titan Gold, and Obsidian Black. One thing is for certain, the Infinix Note 40 is designed to grab your eye’s attention straight from the box. The Infinix Note 40 is slim and light. The phone weighs 190 grams giving you a good distribution when you hold it in your hands.

The back of the Infinix Note 40, is protected by a plastic frame while the front has a glass. You also get a single camera module that hosts 108 MP lens that makes the phone stand out. On the sides of the Infinix Note 40, you get power buttons and volume rockers. These are responsive when you want to adjust the audio settings in the Infinix Note 40 phone. On the bottom, you get a dual stereo speaker with Hi-Res audio support.

Display and Visual Experience

The front of the Infinix Note 40 is made up of a 6.78-inch AMOLED. The display of the Infinix Note 40 is curved with minimal bezels at the sides. Providing you with an immersive visual experience. The display of the Infinix Note 40 comes with a peak brightness. This gives you a bright, sharp, and responsive visual experience. Especially when you are watching the content on social media, or even browsing the internet.

When it comes to security, you have an in-display fingerprint sensor with the Infinix Note 40. This enables you to primarily lock your phone. You can also choose to unlock it using the PIN code or facial recognition.

The Infinix Note 40 Cameras

• Main Camera: 108 MP (wide), 2 MP, 3rd unspecified camera
• Front Camera: Single 32 MP (wide)
• Video(Main/Front): 1080p@30fps

Main-lens camera system

At the back, you will find a 108 MP wide primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS). During the day or when the light conditions are good, the photos captured with the 108 MP primary camera lens of the Infinix Note 40 offer you a good dynamic range with decent attention to detail. You will be happy with the quality of images and videos you capture with this camera.

The main camera offers an f/1.9 aperture and support for optical image stabilization. This enables the Infinix Note 40 to give you a good performance even when the light conditions are low. You also get additional features such as Super Night mode that add some brightness to shots taken with the main camera. You also get an ultrawide 2.4 MP lens shooter that gives impressive performance when taking content during the day.

Front Camera Specifications

At the front, you will get a 32 MP sensor for capturing high-resolution selfies for the Infinix Note 40. The front camera provides you with impressive selfie photos and portrait photos that have enough details. You also get color reproduction that separates your subjects. Infinix ensured to include an eye autofocus, that allows the phone to focus on your eyes when taking selfies.

The Infinix Note 40 Performance

• Processor (CPU, GPU, RAM): Android 14, Mali-G57 MC2
• Storage: 256GB 8GB RAM
• OS: XOS 14

Chipset

Under the hood, the Infinix Note 40 is powered up by the Mediatek Helio G99 Ultimate. This phone comes with 8GB RAM with 256 GB of internal storage of UFS 3.1 storage. You can also extend the internal storage of your phone with the slot MicroSD card up to 1TB. This additional memory simply enhances the overall performance of your device. While providing you with ample space for your photos, apps, and videos.

OS

The Infinix Note 40 comes with Android 14. This provides you with a smooth software experience. Especially when you are installing and customizing the mobile applications. You also get special functions such as

• Always-on Display features
• Gestures
• Multi-window
• smart panel

The Infinix Note 40 Battery

• Capacity: Li-Po 5000 mAh
• Charging Speed: 45W wired

When it comes to battery, the Infinix Note 40 is powered by a 5,000 mAh non-removable battery. The battery supports 45 W PD 3.0 fast charging and offers you a reliable battery life. Infinix says that you can recharge your phone to 100 percent in less than 36 minutes. Making it quite convenient if you are in a rush to charge your phone.

If you are not using the phone on a maximum refresh rate with the nits at its peak then the battery can comfortably last you the whole 24-hour day. When you need to recharge it in less than 1 hour you are back to a fully charged Infinix Note 40 in your hand.

The Infinix Note 40 Summary

The Infinix Note 40 is a great phone with a lot to offer. Here is a summary of its key features, benefits, and why it’s a perfect fit for the target audience:

Key features:

• The Infinix Note 40 comes with an exceptional and sleek design
• Infinix Note 40 is made up of a 6.78-inch AMOLED display.
• A 108 MP wide primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS)
• The Infinix Note 40 is powered up by the Android 14

Benefits:

• Enjoy smooth scrolling on the Infinix Note 40 with the high refresh rate
• Protect your phone with an in-display fingerprint sensor
• Android gives you a smooth software experience.

Conclusion

If you are someone who is seeking a well-balanced mid-range smartphone under Ksh 28,000. Then the Infinix Note 40 should be on your radar. You get incredible value for your money with an exceptional design and a vibrant display. Couple that up with the powerful performance, and capable camera that you are getting. This mid-range smartphone stands out in the crowded smartphone market. With the Infinix Note 40, you will be purchasing a dependable phone while getting value for your money.

Technology: GSM / HSPA / LTE

LAUNCH

• Announced: 2024, March 18
• Status: Available. Released 2024, March 19

BODY

• Dimensions: 164.1 x 74.5 x 7.8 mm (6.46 x 2.93 x 0.31 in)
• Weight: 190 g (6.70 oz)
• SIM: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
• IP54: Dust and splash resistant

DISPLAY

• Type: AMOLED, 120Hz, 1300 nits (peak)
• Size: 6.78 inches, 109.9 cm2 (~89.9% screen-to-body ratio)
• Resolution: 1080 x 2436 pixels (~393 ppi density)
• Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass

PLATFORM

• OS: Android 14, XOS 14
• Chipset: Mediatek Helio G99 Ultimate
• CPU: Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
• GPU: Mali-G57 MC2

MEMORY

• Card slot: Unspecified
• Internal: 256GB 8GB RAM
• UFS 2.2

MAIN CAMERA

• Triple:
  • 108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52", PDAF
  • 2 MP, f/2.4
  • 3rd unspecified camera
• Features: Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama
• Video: 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps

SELFIE CAMERA

• Single:
  • 32 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/3.1"
• Video: 1080p@30fps

SOUND

• Loudspeaker: Yes, with stereo speakers
• 3.5mm jack: No
• Tuned by JBL
• 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

COMMS

• WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
• Bluetooth: Yes
• Positioning: GPS
• NFC: Yes (market/region dependent)
• Radio: FM radio
• USB: USB Type-C 2.0, OTG

FEATURES

• Sensors: Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

BATTERY

• Type: 5000 mAh, non-removable
• Charging: 45W wired, 50% in 26 min (advertised)
• 20W wireless MagCharge
• Reverse wired
• Reverse wireless