Comparing Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: which smartphone under Rs 10,000 is a better pick?

The Moto G35 has arrived in India as an entry-level smartphone priced at Rs 9,999. It offers impressive hardware configuration at a low price, making it ideal for individuals seeking a capable phone on a tight budget.

However, at the price point, the Infinix HOT 50 is a viable alternative to the Moto G35. In this post, we will compare every component of the Moto G35 with the Infinix HOT 50 to find which phone is better for the asking price.  

Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: price in India

Moto G35

Infinix HOT 50

Rs 9,999 for 4GB RAM and 128GB storage

Rs 9,999 for 4GB RAM and 128GB storage

Rs 10,999 for 8GB RAM and 128GB storage


Both phones come with the same starting price of Rs 9,999 and offer the same storage options: 4GB/128GB. However, the Infinix HOT 50 is also available in 8GB/128GB storage option for just Rs 1,000 more than the base mode, while the Moto G35 doesn’t have any higher storage option. 

Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: design

Specs

Moto G35

Infinix HOT 50

Colours

Leaf Green, Guava Red, Midnight Black

Sleek Black, Vibrant Blue, Sage Green, Dreamy Purple

Dimensions

166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm

165.7 x 77.1 x 7.8 mm

Weight

188g/191g 

188g

IP rating

IP54


The Moto G35 is available in plastic and silicone polymer (eco-leather) body. The Guava Red and Leaf Green shades come with a vegan leather back, while the Midnight Black has a 3D PMMA plastic finish. It is slightly taller and heavier than the Infinix HOT 50. 

Moto-G35

On the other hand, The Infinix HOT 50 (review) also comes in two body types: plastic and vegan leather. The Sleek Black, Vibrant Blue, and Sage Green hues have a plastic body with a matte finish, while the Dreamy Purple variety has a vegan leather body with a two-tone finish. It also has an IP54 rating offering protection against dust particles and water splashes, while the Moto G35 lacks IP protection. 

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Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: display

Phone

Moto G35

Infinix HOT 50

Display

6.72-inch FHD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz refresh rate, 1080×2400 pixels resolution, 392ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 3

6.7-inch HD+ IPS LCD, 120Hz refresh rate, 720×1600 pixels resolution, 262ppi


In the display department, the Moto G35 is a clear winner on paper. It has a better resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection against scratches. The Moto G35’s Full-HD+ resolution will offer a better viewing experience than the Infinix HOT 50’s HD+ screen. Both phones support a 120Hz refresh rate and will offer a smooth display experience while scrolling and gaming.    

Infinix HOT 50

Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: performance

Phone

Moto G35

Infinix HOT 50

Processor

Unisoc T760

MediaTek Dimensity 6300 


In terms of performance, you can expect similar results with both phones as they ship with a mid-range processor. The performance of the Unisoc T760 is on par with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, as they both have similar hardware configurations. 

You’ll likely be happy with their performance with light gaming and casual tasks like scrolling social media, web browsing, and watching videos. However, we haven’t tested the power of the Moto G35, so you will have to wait for our detailed reviews of the device to learn more about its performance. 

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Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: cameras

Phone

Moto G35

Infinix HOT 50

Rear cameras

50MP primary camera, 8MP ultrawide lens, 4K at 30fps video

48MP primary camera, 2MP depth sensor, 1440p at 30fps video

Front camera

16MP front camera, 1080p at 30fps video  

8MP front camera, 1080p at 30fps video  


On paper, the Moto G35 has better sensors for both front and back camera setup than the Infinix HOT 50. You get better 50MP primary and 8MP secondary sensors with the Moto G35 than the Infinix HOT 50’s 48MP primary and 2MP secondary lenses. The Moto G35 can also shoot up to 4K videos, while the Infinix HOT 50 can only record Quad-HD videos. 

At the front, the Moto G35 has a better 16MP shooter than the Infinix HOT 50’s 8MP snapper. Thus, the Moto G35 should offer more detailed, clearer shots than the Infinix HOT 50.

Check out these camera samples captured on the Infinix HOT 50: 

Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: battery and charging

Phone

Moto G35

Infinix HOT 50

Battery

5,000mAh

5,000mAh 

Charging speed

18W

18W


Both phones have a similar battery and charging configuration, so you can expect their battery backup and charging times to be similar as well. With a 5,000mAh battery capacity, both devices should easily last a full day on a single charge. Since the Infinix HOT 50 has an HD+ display, it may consume less power than the Moto G35, and potentially offer more battery life. However, the 18W charging speed is rather slow and you can expect a long charging time with both phones. 

Moto G35 vs Infinix HOT 50: software

Phone

Moto G35

Infinix HOT 50

Software

Android 14, 1+2 update policy

Android 14 with XOS, 2 years of security update 


Both phones run with an outdated Android 14 OS out of the box. The software experience of the Moto G35 will be clean as it runs on stock Android. However, the Infinix HOT 50 boot XOS based on Android 14 and will have a few third-party apps pre-installed, but you can remove them if not needed. 

Motorola promises one major OS release, Android 15, with the Moto G35, while Infinix HOT 50 won’t get any Android update. Both phones will get two years of security patches.

Key Specs

Moto G35
Unisoc T760Processor
6.72 inches (17.07 cm)Display
4 GB RAM + 128 GBRAM & Storage
50 MP + 8 MPRear Camera
16 MPFront Camera
5000 mAhBattery
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Moto G35 Price
₹10,387.00
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Key Specs

Infinix Hot 50 5G
MediaTek Dimensity 6300Processor
6.7 inches (17.02 cm)Display
4 GB RAM + 128 GB
8 GB RAM + 128 GBRAM & Storage
48 MP + 2 MPRear Camera
8 MPFront Camera
5000 mAhBattery
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Infinix Hot 50 5G Price
₹10,849.00
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