Infinix Hot S3
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Design6
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Rear Camera8
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360° View
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UI Screenshot17
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Benchmarks10
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Key Specs
Performance
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 -
Octa Core, 1.4 GHz -
3 GB / 4 GB RAM
Display
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5.65 inches (14.35 cm); IPS LCD -
720x1440 px (HD+) -
Bezel-less
Rear Camera
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Single Camera Setup - 13 MP Primary Camera
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Dual LED Flash -
Full HD @30 fps Video Recording
Front Camera
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20 MP -
Dual LED
Battery
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4000 mAh
General
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SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano -
5G Not Supported -
32 GB / 64 GB Storage, Expandable upto 128 GB
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Verdict
Overall, the Infinix Hot S3 presents itself as a very good all-round package for its price. The handset comes with a good display, above-average selfie camera, great performance and decent battery life. With a starting price of Rs 8,999 (3GB RAM variant), the Hot S3 will be competing against the likes of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and InFocus Vision 3 (first impressions) in the sub Rs 10,000 category. While the Hot S3 is a compelling new option in the budget segment, whether will it be able to beat the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is something we will have to wait and see.
Pros
- Smooth performance
- Impressive front camera
- Capable display
- Matte finish
Cons
- Loudspeaker quality
- Primary camera struggles in low-light
Specs at a glance
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Design and Display
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If we talk about the design on the Infinix Hot S3, it is one of the strongest points in favour of the smartphone. If you were to guess the price of the handset by simply looking at its design, in all likelihood, you would not able to tell that the Hot S3 is priced below Rs 10,000. Despite having a plastic build, the matte black finish feels good in the hand, and while the handset is prone to fingerprints, it never feels slippery. The rear camera setup comes with a very slight bump, but the handset doesn't wobble when kept on a table, unlike some other phones.
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Cameras
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The Infinix Hot S3 sports a single 13-megapixel sensor that turned out to be impressive in our testing. The smartphone managed to click extremely good pictures, especially in outdoor environments. Unfortunately, the Hot S3 failed to replicate the same kind of performance in low-light settings, capturing images that looked grainy. Considering that it is a budget segment smartphone with just this one caveat, this is something that can possibly be given a pass.
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Software
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The handset runs XOS3.0 UI based on Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box and the company has added some nifty touches to the OS. The smartphone offers a one-handed mode that can be useful while reaching the corners of screen in certain cases. There is a double tap to wake functionality and users can assign certain gestures to open particular apps from the lockscreen itself. For example, you can assign the letter 'C' to the camera app and then draw the letter on the lockscreen to launch the app directly. You can drag three fingers up or down to take a screenshot as well. The phone can also be switched to silent mode by flipping it to the other side.
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Performance and Battery Life
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The Infinix Hot S3 is powered by a Snapdragon 430 processor coupled with either 3GB or 4GB of RAM. Our review unit came with 3GB RAM. In our testing, the Hot S3 managed to exceed our expectations and handled graphically intensive games such as Asphalt 8 and Tekken with ease. Despite playing games on the handset for several hours, we didn't face any major heating issues.
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Verdict
Overall, the Infinix Hot S3 presents itself as a very good all-round package for its price. The handset comes with a good display, above-average selfie camera, great performance and decent battery life. With a starting price of Rs 8,999 (3GB RAM variant), the Hot S3 will be competing against the likes of Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 and InFocus Vision 3 (first impressions) in the sub Rs 10,000 category. While the Hot S3 is a compelling new option in the budget segment, whether will it be able to beat the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is something we will have to wait and see.
- Smooth performance
- Impressive front camera
- Capable display
- Matte finish
Pros
- Loudspeaker quality
- Primary camera struggles in low-light
Cons
If we talk about the design on the Infinix Hot S3, it is one of the strongest points in favour of the smartphone. If you were to guess the price of the handset by simply looking at its design, in all likelihood, you would not able to tell that the Hot S3 is priced below Rs 10,000. Despite having a plastic build, the matte black finish feels good in the hand, and while the handset is prone to fingerprints, it never feels slippery. The rear camera setup comes with a very slight bump, but the handset doesn't wobble when kept on a table, unlike some other phones.
Read MoreThe Infinix Hot S3 sports a single 13-megapixel sensor that turned out to be impressive in our testing. The smartphone managed to click extremely good pictures, especially in outdoor environments. Unfortunately, the Hot S3 failed to replicate the same kind of performance in low-light settings, capturing images that looked grainy. Considering that it is a budget segment smartphone with just this one caveat, this is something that can possibly be given a pass.
Read MoreThe handset runs XOS3.0 UI based on Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box and the company has added some nifty touches to the OS. The smartphone offers a one-handed mode that can be useful while reaching the corners of screen in certain cases. There is a double tap to wake functionality and users can assign certain gestures to open particular apps from the lockscreen itself. For example, you can assign the letter 'C' to the camera app and then draw the letter on the lockscreen to launch the app directly. You can drag three fingers up or down to take a screenshot as well. The phone can also be switched to silent mode by flipping it to the other side.
Read MoreThe Infinix Hot S3 is powered by a Snapdragon 430 processor coupled with either 3GB or 4GB of RAM. Our review unit came with 3GB RAM. In our testing, the Hot S3 managed to exceed our expectations and handled graphically intensive games such as Asphalt 8 and Tekken with ease. Despite playing games on the handset for several hours, we didn't face any major heating issues.
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Infinix Hot S3 Specifications
General |
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| Launch Date | February 12, 2018 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v8.0 (Oreo) |
Performance
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| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 |
| Processor | Octa core, 1.4 GHz, Cortex A53 |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Graphics (GPU) | Adreno 505 |
| RAM | 3 GB / 4 GB |
Benchmark Screenshots
AnTuTu Benchmark
Graphics Benchmark
Vellamo Metal Benchmark
Vellamo Multicore Benchmark
Vellamo Browser Benchmark
Quadrant Benchmark
Camera Speed Benchmark
Linpack Benchmark
Sunspider Benchmark
Geekbench4 Benchmark
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Display
(Excellent)
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| Display Type | IPS LCD |
| Screen Size | 5.65 inches (14.35 cm) |
| Resolution | 720x1440 px (HD+) |
| Aspect Ratio | 18:9 |
| Pixel Density | 285 ppi |
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 73.96 % |
| Bezel-less Display | Yes |
UI Screenshots
Lock Screen
Home Screen
Screen With Widgets
Dialer Screen
App Drawer
Notification Panel
Quick Settings Panel
Settings Screen
OS Version
Storage
Battery
Camera On
Camera Options
Camera Modes
Camera Settings
Picture Size Options
Video Size Options
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Design |
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| Height | 153 mm |
| Width | 72.8 mm |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 150 grams |
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Rear Camera
(Good)
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| Autofocus | Yes, Phase Detection Autofocus | |||||
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED Flash | |||||
| Image Resolution | 4128 x 3096 Pixels | |||||
| Settings | Exposure compensation | |||||
| Shooting Modes |
Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
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| Camera Features |
Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
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| Video Recording | Full HD @30 fps | |||||
Rear Camera Samples
Close Up
Low Light
Low Light With Flash
Colour Variance
Long Shot
HDR Off
HDR On
Front Shot
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Front Camera
(Very Good)
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| Flash | Yes, Dual LED | |||||
| Camera Features | Fixed Focus |
Battery
(Excellent)
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| Capacity | 4000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| TalkTime | Up to 24.6 Hours(3G) / Up to 33 Hours(2G) |
Storage |
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| Internal Storage | 32 GB / 64 GB |
| Expandable Storage | Yes, Up to 128 GB |
Network & Connectivity |
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| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM |
| SIM Type | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported, 4G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G bands, 4G Speed
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| SIM 2 |
4G bands, 4G Speed
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| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v4.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
| NFC | No |
Multimedia |
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| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Rear |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass |
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Infinix Hot S3 Key Highlights
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 MSM8937 |
| RAM & Storage | 3 GB RAM + 32 GB 4 GB RAM + 64 GB |
| Display | 5.65", 720 x 1440 Resolution |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP |
| Front Camera | 20 MP |
| Battery | 4000 mAh |
Infinix Hot S3 Price In India
| Product Name | Price |
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| Infinix Hot S3 (3 GB + 32 GB) | ₹9,999 |
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