The Infinix Hot 7 is a 2019 budget phone. Infinix no longer sells it, and it no longer gets updates. It shipped with Android 8.1 Oreo, which Google stopped supporting long ago, so it is now only worth considering as a cheap used backup phone. The Hot line has since reached the Hot 70, launched globally on 25 May 2026 with a MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate chip, a 6.78-inch 120 Hz screen and a 6,000 mAh battery. If you are buying today, look at the current Hot model’s chip, its Android version and how long it will get updates, and treat the Hot 7 as history.
The original review follows, with corrected specs.
The Hot 7 at a glance, as it launched in 2019:
- Tall screen. The 6.2-inch display followed the tall-screen trend of its time and was a step up from the 6.0-inch Hot 6.
- Big battery for its class. The 4,000 mAh battery gave it longer battery life than many entry-level phones of 2019.
- Dual rear camera. A 13 MP main camera worked with a low-resolution depth sensor, so photo quality was modest, in line with its price.
Contents
- Infinix Hot 7: Intro
- Infinix Hot 7: Review
- Infinix Hot 7: Specs
- Infinix Hot 7: Verdict
- Infinix Hot 7: Price and availability
- FAQ
Key Specs of the Infinix Hot 7
OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo), with XOS 4 on the 2 GB model
SCREEN SIZE: 6.2 in
MEMORY: 2 GB RAM, 16 GB or 32 GB storage (the model reviewed here)
PROCESSOR: MediaTek MT6580, quad-core (4 x 1.3 GHz)
Infinix Hot 7: Intro
Infinix Mobility, the Transsion Holdings brand that was one of the biggest smartphone names in Nigeria, launched the Hot 7 in early 2019. Spec databases date the release to between January and March of that year.
It replaced the Infinix Hot 6, and the two phones were very similar. Apart from the bigger screen, the changes were small.
Infinix sold the Hot 7 in more than one version. The base X624 had 1 GB of RAM and ran Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition). The X624B had 2 GB of RAM and ran standard Android 8.1 with XOS 4. The Hot 7 Pro (X625) was a separate, faster phone with a MediaTek Helio P22 chip and Android 9 Pie. This review covers the 2 GB X624B. The original version of this page called it the “Hot 7x”, but that was only a nickname. Infinix never sold a phone with that name.
Infinix Hot 7: Review
The sections below go through the design, screen, software, chip, storage, cameras and battery.
Body
Like many budget phones of 2019, the Hot 7 had a 6.2-inch display, up from 6.0 inches on the Hot 6.
It measures 157 mm (6.18 in) tall, 75.7 mm (2.98 in) wide and 8 mm (0.31 in) thick.
It weighs 166 g. That was normal for a phone with a 4,000 mAh battery and should not put buyers off.
It takes two Nano-SIM cards.
Screen and resolution
The display is an IPS LCD panel.
Resolution decides how sharp text, photos and videos look. The Hot 7 has an HD+ panel, 720 pixels wide. Spec listings give either 720 x 1500 or 720 x 1440 pixels. On a 6.2-inch screen, that was acceptable for a budget phone in 2019. It looks soft next to most phones sold today.
Operating system
The Hot 7 shipped with Android 8.1 Oreo. The 1 GB model used the lighter Go Edition, and the 2 GB model ran standard Android 8.1 with Infinix’s XOS 4 skin. Android 9 Pie was already out when the phone launched, so its software was a year behind from day one.
In 2019, Oreo still offered useful features and current security patches. Today it is a real weakness. Android 8.1 has been out of Google’s security support for years, and many current apps no longer install on it. This matters more in 2026 than the processor does.
System on chip (SoC)
The 2 GB Hot 7 uses a MediaTek MT6580, built on a 28 nm process.
The MT6580 has four cores, each running at up to 1.3 GHz.
That was enough for calls, messaging and light social media in 2019, but not for heavy users or games.
Graphics come from a Mali-400MP2 GPU, an old, basic part that handles simple games and video playback.
Storage
The model reviewed here has 2 GB of RAM with 16 GB or 32 GB of storage.
That allows light multitasking and enough space for a basic set of apps and photos.
By 2019, 2 GB of RAM was becoming normal in budget phones, and 8 GB storage models were dying out. Even 1 GB phones, the 1 GB Hot 7 among them, had moved to 16 GB. In 2026, 16 GB fills up almost at once. The Hot 70 starts at 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage.
Camera
On the back, the Hot 7 pairs a 13 MP main camera with a low-resolution depth sensor, listed as 0.3 MP (QVGA). The depth sensor helps with background blur in portrait shots. It does not take photos of its own. The original version of this page listed a 13 MP + 8 MP rear pair, which was wrong. Infinix did not promote aperture figures for these cameras.
The front has a single 8 MP selfie camera with an LED flash. That was a good selfie setup for a budget phone of its time.
Battery
The battery is the Hot 7’s strongest feature.
It is a 4,000 mAh non-removable battery, large for a budget phone in 2019. Combined with the low-power MT6580 chip and the HD+ screen, it lasted longer than many competitors. A used unit from 2019 will likely have a worn battery today, so expect much less battery life than when it was new.
Infinix Hot 7: Specs
OS: Android 8.1 (Oreo); Go Edition on the 1 GB X624, XOS 4 on the 2 GB X624B
BODY: 157 x 75.7 x 8 mm (6.18 x 2.98 x 0.31 in), 166 g
DISPLAY: IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen
SIZE: 6.2 in
RESOLUTION: HD+ (listed as 720 x 1500 or 720 x 1440)
RAM: 2 GB (1 GB on the base X624)
STORAGE: 16 GB or 32 GB
CHIPSET: MediaTek MT6580 (28 nm)
PROCESSOR: Quad-core (4 x 1.3 GHz)
GPU: Mali-400MP2
CAMERA:
Rear: Dual, 13 MP main + 0.3 MP depth sensor
Front: 8 MP with LED flash
BATTERY: 4,000 mAh, non-removable Li-Po
SIM: Dual Nano-SIM
Source: 1
Infinix Hot 7: Verdict
In 2019, the Hot 7 was a sensible choice for first-time smartphone users and for people who mostly used social media and messaging. In 2026, it is only worth buying as a very cheap used spare phone.
Pros
- 4,000 mAh battery, large for its price class in 2019
- 6.2-inch screen, bigger than the Hot 6’s
- 2 GB of RAM on this model, which handled light multitasking
- 8 MP selfie camera with its own flash
Cons
- Slow 1.3 GHz quad-core MT6580 chip on an old 28 nm process
- Android 8.1 Oreo at launch, a year behind even then, and long without security support now
- Only 16 GB of storage on the base configuration
- The second rear camera is only a depth sensor, so photos depend on one 13 MP camera
Infinix Hot 7: Price and Availability
Launch price (2019, history): about ₦36,000 to ₦50,000 in Nigeria, depending on version and retailer.
Availability at launch: Jumia and other Nigerian retailers. The phone is no longer in production, so any Hot 7 you find today is old or used stock.
What replaced it: The Hot 8 followed later in 2019, and the line has now reached the Hot 70. The table below shows how far the series has moved.
| Spec | Infinix Hot 7 (2019) | Infinix Hot 70 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek MT6580 (28 nm) | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate (6 nm) |
| Display | 6.2 in IPS LCD, HD+, 60 Hz | 6.78 in IPS LCD, 720 x 1576, 120 Hz |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM, 16/32 GB storage | From 4 GB RAM, 128 GB storage |
| Main camera | 13 MP + depth sensor | 50 MP with autofocus |
| Battery | 4,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh, 45 W wired charging |
| Software at launch | Android 8.1 Oreo | Android 16, XOS 16 |
| Launch price | About ₦36,000 to ₦50,000 (Nigeria) | ₱8,999 (Philippines), Tk 18,999 (Bangladesh) for 4 GB/128 GB |
In Nigeria, TechCabal reported the Hot 70 at ₦189,900 for 128 GB and ₦299,900 for 256 GB. Prices from Nigerian retailers vary a lot, so check the current price and the warranty terms before you pay.
FAQ
Is the Infinix Hot 7 still sold or updated?
No. The Hot 7 came out in early 2019 and has long been out of production. It shipped with Android 8.1 Oreo, has had no updates for years, and Android 8.1 is no longer covered by Google’s security patches.
What is the difference between the Infinix Hot 7 and the Hot 7 Pro?
The Hot 7 uses a MediaTek MT6580 chip, runs Android 8.1 and has a 13 MP main camera with a depth sensor. The Hot 7 Pro (X625) is a faster phone with a MediaTek Helio P22 chip, Android 9 Pie and a 13 MP + 2 MP camera pair on both the front and the back. Both have 4,000 mAh batteries and screens of about 6.2 inches.
Does the Infinix Hot 7 support 4G?
The MT6580 chip has no LTE modem. That means the 2 GB Hot 7 reviewed here connects to 2G and 3G networks only, not 4G. If 4G data matters to you, and it should in 2026, that alone rules this version out.
Is a used Infinix Hot 7 worth buying in 2026?
Only as a very cheap spare for calls and basic messaging. The old Android version, the slow chip and the small storage block many current apps. A used phone this old will also likely have a worn battery. A new entry-level phone with current Android is a better use of money.
What replaced the Infinix Hot 7?
The Hot 8 replaced it in late 2019. The current model is the Hot 70, which launched globally on 25 May 2026. It has a Helio G100 Ultimate chip, a 6.78-inch 120 Hz display, a 6,000 mAh battery with 45 W charging and Android 16. Infinix also announced a Hot 70 Pro as part of the series.
Sources
- GSMArena: Infinix Hot 7 full specifications
- GSMArena: Infinix Hot 7 Pro full specifications
- Infinix: HOT 70 series launch announcement
- PR Newswire: Infinix launches HOT 70 series
- GSMArena: Infinix Hot 70 full specifications
- FoneArena: Infinix HOT 70 announced
- The Daily Star: Infinix launches HOT 70 in Bangladesh
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