Infinix GT 10 Pro Review: It Sure Doesn't Feel Like A Budget Phone
The Infinix GT 10 Pro is from a brand that may not be well known in the UK, but after spending a few weeks with this model, especially after the interesting but questionable models I tested last year, it might be time to change that. .
It won't compete with the best camera phones on the market, but when measured in the context of budget camera phones that don't sacrifice too much on long-term performance, I can confidently say that the GT 10 is the best. . . It surprised me a lot. :
I've been using it as a daily phone for over 3 weeks, running performance tests, downloading software, taking photos, and using its software to edit photos and videos, including images featured on other products I've reviewed here. I also played around, testing out his main claim about an affordable gaming phone.
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Infinix GT 10 Pro Review: Design and Display
When viewed from the front, the Infinix GT 10 Pro looks like a Sony Xperia clone, especially in the black variant (there is also Mirage Silver). With its black body and slightly rounded edges, it looks similar to the Sony Xperia 1 V at first glance... until you look at the back, of course.
On the back I was greeted with a lot of lines and shapes, mostly orange and gray, to clearly remind me that this is a gaming phone. Given the sad parade of boring monochrome phones that have hit the market in recent years, I found it. be a refreshing change. This may go away over time for some users who don't like many of the niceties, but I'm not friends with those people anymore so it doesn't bother me. I would like to:
The AMOLED display on the front is large (6.67 inches) and slightly wider than the previously mentioned Sony flagship with a 20:9 aspect ratio. With a maximum resolution of 1080 x 2400, a pixel density of around 395 pixels per inch and a maximum brightness of 900 nits, it won't bother flagships, but is quite comparable to mid-range phones in the £4 to £600 range. however, it is 120Hz, which is the same as on the iPhone 15 Pro. And the display also comes with an "Always On" option, where a single tap on the screen brings up a custom clock or decorative display with a quick overview of the number of notifications, battery level and current date, just like the latest flagship products. .
So, it's clear that this phone punches above its weight when it comes to display specs. What about other features and the camera?
Infinix GT 10 Pro Review: Features and Performance
I was scared when I saw the claims of high power and performance of the Infinix GT 10 Pro (including the mysterious "8+5GB RAM" line on the box, what does that mean?), but it is usually powered by MediaTek. chipset. Much less efficient than Snapdragon processors. With 256GB of internal storage, a MicroSDXC slot, the aforementioned 'enhanced gaming' screen and 5G compatibility, it packs some impressive specs for a phone costing under £300.
And unlike the Infinix Zero Ultra which I tested last year, I didn't experience any stability issues while running multiple apps at the same time, loading apps etc. Be it the updated XOS 13 (based on Android 13) or the improved octa-core processor, I'm not sure, but I suspect it's a mixture of both.
Thankfully, it has less bloatware than many Android phones, but it does have a few apps, including Infinix, most of which I only used once to see what they did. However, the gaming site XArena received many visitors.
And that's where the real power of the phone lies. As I'll detail below in the Camera section, this won't be your next pro vlogging machine, but it might be my favorite gaming phone in years.
The screen isn't very bright, but it's bright enough for indoor use (and gaming on the bus), and it's really sharp and responsive thanks to the AMOLED and 120Hz refresh rate. I enjoyed playing games on this device, it has more action and racing. phone than any other phone I've used (including the new iPhone and the recently reviewed Xiaomi 13), and the built-in speakers are also great for the phone, with good depth and range. However, if you're gaming, browsing TikTok, or in public on any phone, use headphones. It's good manners, guys.
The test results highlight the amazing capabilities of this phone. The Geekbench 6 test showed much better CPU benchmark scores than the Google Pixel 6, which is slightly more expensive than the Infinix GT 10 Pro, and about the same as the Google Pixel 7 Pro, which is at least twice as expensive. Meanwhile, the GPU score beats out several more expensive models from Samsung, Xiaomi, Sony and OnePlus, as well as the Google Pixel 7 Pro, which turns out to be a real budget bargain if all you want is speed, especially from a graphics perspective. .
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The camera cutout is no exception to the overall brilliance of the Infinix GT 10 Pro, with the large cutout housing a triple camera system with an impressive 108MP resolution for the main camera. There's also an LED strip next to the lens and a flash that shows incoming notifications if you turn the phone face down. The macro and depth lenses are more conservative at 2MP each, which overall gives you a better idea of what to expect from the camera.
The claimed 108MP resolution is achieved through a lot of digital trickery (including the infamous "pixel jumble" often found on camera phones), while actual images fall well short of that pro-quality figure. That said, there's quite a bit of depth and color saturation here, and I particularly liked the use of a macro lens (I don't think many flagship models still lack this). Daytime images are also well-lit and bright, producing interesting results in a variety of photography modes.
Overall, it won't compete with the best camera phones on the market, but it's passable for social media and more than good for any casual family-friendly photos, especially thanks to the rich set of editing tools built into the phone. , with a wide range of editing options and filters.
The video editor is also one of my favorite features of Infinix as it comes with 'mini-movie' formats where you can record video snippets for each preset frame that automatically scales and applies adjustments, automatic filters. There is a wide range of different styles and "genres" and I have a lot of fun playing with them.
Infinix GT 10 Pro Review: Battery Life
The Infinix GT 10 Pro is equipped with a 5000mAh Li-Po battery, which, unfortunately, is not removable, but, fortunately, is quite convenient to use. When lit or just in use, the battery lasts several days, and I still find it lasts all day even with near-constant use.
Infinix GT 10 Pro Review: Cost
The Infinix GT 10 Pro will set you back between $230 and $270 in the US and between £250 and £280 in the UK, which is actually a lot less than almost any phone that matches the performance of this device. Range £/$400 and above.
Is Infinix GT 10 Pro worth buying?
Whether you are a vlogger, a professional smartphone photographer/videographer or anyone else, the Infinix GT 10 Pro will leave you a little confused as the camera, despite having an impressive triple-lens setup, doesn't offer that much resolution. . - World-class quality. However, since this is a gaming-focused phone that can also be used for all general purposes, including everyday photography and video editing, you'll be hard-pressed to find a better deal. The downside is limited brand awareness in Europe and North America, but this phone could help change that...
