Infinix SMART 9

Infinix SMART 9 price in Malaysia starts from RM299, putting it firmly in entry-level territory. What stands out is the 120Hz refresh rate on the 6.7-inch LCD screen, a feature you don't often see at this price. Under the hood is a MediaTek Helio G81 chipset paired with 3GB RAM and 64GB storage, enough for basic apps and everyday scrolling but not built for heavy multitasking or gaming. It runs XOS 14.0 on Android 14 Go edition, a lighter version of Android meant for budget hardware.

Camera-wise, it keeps things simple with a single 8MP rear shooter and an F/2.0 aperture, backed by an LED flash. The 13MP front camera actually outguns the rear, with autofocus and its own flash setup for selfies in low light.

Battery life gets a boost from the 5000mAh cell, though charging tops out at 10W so a full charge takes a while. There's IP54 protection against splashes, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and dual speakers that Infinix claims hit 300% ultra volume. At 188g and 8.35mm thick, it's not the slimmest phone around, but it packs in extras like infrared and a dedicated microSD slot alongside dual nano SIM support.