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Infinix Smart 8 Plus
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Infinix Smart 8 Plus

Released: 2024, January 30Price: About 100 EURStatus: Available. Released 2024, February

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

General

Brand
Infinix
Model
Infinix Smart 8 Plus
Released
2024, January 30
Status
Available. Released 2024, February
Price
About 100 EUR
OS
Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13
Dimensions
163.7 x 75.7 x 9 mm (6.44 x 2.98 x 0.35 in)
Weight
204 g (7.20 oz)
Build
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM

Display

Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
Size
6.6 inches, 104.6 cm, 2, (~84.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution
720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)

Performance

Chipset
Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Internal
64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Card slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Single
8 MP, f/2.0, (wide)
Features
Ring-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video
Yes

Battery

Charging
18W wired, Reverse wired

Network

Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 40
Speed
HSPA, LTE

Connectivity

WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
Positioning
GPS
NFC
No
Radio
FM radio
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
3.5mm jack
Yes

Sensors

Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Other

Colors
Galaxy White, Shiny Gold, Timber Black
Models
X6526
Announced
2024, January 30
Loudspeaker
Yes

Infinix Smart 8 Plus Overview

About Infinix Smart 8 Plus Infinix Smart 8 Plus is another flagship from Infinix's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2024. Infinix Smart 8 Plus has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM with Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Infinix Smart 8 Plus can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

Pros and Cons

  • Pros: deeper customization, module support, bloatware removal, and advanced backup options.
  • Cons: warranty risk, possible update issues, and security trade-offs if root permissions are mismanaged.

FAQ

Can I root the Infinix Smart 8 Plus?

The Infinix Smart 8 Plus supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Infinix Smart 8 Plus support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Infinix devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Infinix Smart 8 Plus void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Infinix Smart 8 Plus will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Infinix Smart 8 Plus run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Infinix Smart 8 Plus.

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