The Infinix Smart 3 is a budget Android smartphone that launched in Kenya early in June 2019. The Smart 3 is an upgrade of the Smart 2 and backs an entry-level technical profile with the key feature being that it’s 4G enabled.
The Infinix Smart 3 has a suggested retail price of Ksh. 7,999. At that price point, if you are interested in the Smart 3, you can also check out the Xiaomi Redmi Go (Ksh. 6,999) and Samsung Galaxy A2 Core (Ksh. 8,499).
That said, here is what the Infinix Smart 3 has to offer.
Display
Display Size: 5.5-inch
Display Type: IPS LCD
Screen Resolution: 1520 x 720 pixels
The Infinix Smart 2 packs a 5,5-inch IPS LCD display. That size is pretty much the standard for budget smartphone and therefore, just right for what you pay for it.
Design
Dimensions: 157 x 76 x 7.8mm
Infinix Mobile has always been about availing trendy design to attract the millennial crowd. True to that matra, the Smart 2 packs a decent design profile and is available in Milan Black and cosmic Purple.
Performance
Fingerprint: Yes
Network: 4G/3G
Operating System: Android 9.0 Pie
CPU: 2.0GHz Quad-core
RAM: 1GB
Internal Memory: 16GB
Micro SD: Yes
The Infinix Smart runs Android 9.0 Go out of the box. This is the go/lite edition of Android that can therefore, run well on entry-level smartphone.
Performance-wise, you get a 2.0GHz Quad-core CPU and a 1GB RAM for multi-tasking. This is a basic performance profile and it’s okay for running everyday apps such as WhatsApp and Facebook, it will struggle to keep up with intensive apps and games.
Going back to the software, the great thing about Android Go is that Google includes a number of optimized apps such as Maps Go, Gmail Go and Play Go that have been designed to run well on devices such as the Smart 2.
Storage-wise, the Infinix Smart 2 packs a 16GB as internal-storage. This might be enough for the average user and therefore, make sure you bundle your Smart 2 purchase with a Micro-SD card.
Camera
Back Camera: 13+8 MP
Secondary Camera: 8MP
LED Flash: Yes, front and back
The Infinix Smart 2 offer a 13+8 MP dual back camera and 8MP camera for your selfies and video calls.
Battery and Extras
Battery Capacity: 3,050mAh
A 3,050mAh battery keeps the lights on. The battery size is average and will be able to take through a day from a single charge, while on moderate usage.
Price in Kenya
The Infinix Smart 2 has a suggested retail price of ksh. 7,999 in Kenya. What are your thoughts about the Smart 2, be awesome and leave a rating below.
Kevin is a tech enthusiast and the lead writer at MobiTrends.co.ke. He has been writing about smartphones and tech related topics since October 2012. About Us | Contact Us
