Infinix Note 40 Review: Wireless Charging Still Makes It Special

The Infinix Note 40 remains unusual because it brought features normally reserved for more expensive phones into a 4G mid-range package: a 120Hz AMOLED display, 45W wired charging, 20W MagCharge wireless charging, JBL-tuned stereo speakers, NFC and an in-display fingerprint sensor. That feature density is why the phone is still searched in Pakistan even after discontinuation. The question in 2026 is whether those conveniences outweigh its ageing Helio G99 Ultimate platform and ordinary camera system.

Display and media experience

The 6.78-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display refreshes at up to 120Hz and is paired with stereo speakers tuned by JBL. Independent reviews generally regarded the display as a strong point, and the combination is well suited to video, social apps and games that do not require flagship graphics performance.

The in-display fingerprint sensor reinforces the more premium feel. IP54 protection adds basic splash resistance, though it does not make the phone waterproof.

Performance: good daily driver, moderate gaming

The Helio G99 Ultimate is a 6nm 4G chipset. GadgetByte’s testing of the standard Note 40 found everyday use smooth and described the gaming capability as acceptable rather than high-end. Other published reviews reach a similar conclusion: the phone feels responsive in normal tasks, but the chipset is not a modern gaming powerhouse.

That balance suits messaging, browsing, video, office apps and moderate gaming. Buyers chasing high frame rates in demanding titles should look toward newer Dimensity or Snapdragon alternatives.

Charging is the feature that makes the Note 40 different

Infinix specifies 45W wired charging and 20W MagCharge wireless charging, managed through its Cheetah X1 power-management system. Wireless charging at this price was rare when the Note 40 launched and remains uncommon among many budget phones.

The 5000mAh battery is conventional in capacity, so the phone’s charging flexibility is more distinctive than battery size. MagCharge requires compatible Infinix magnetic accessories, and wireless charging is less efficient than wired charging, but the convenience is real.

Camera: useful main sensor, limited focal-length flexibility

The rear system is centred on a 108MP main camera with crop-based ‘Super-Zoom’ features. The phone does not offer the same useful ultrawide-and-OIS combination as the Zero 40 4G, so its camera package is less versatile despite the high megapixel count.

Independent reviews generally describe camera quality as acceptable rather than a reason to buy the phone. The 32MP selfie camera is serviceable for calls and social content, but photography-focused buyers have stronger options.

Software, audio and connectivity

The Note 40 launched with Android 14 and XOS 14. Infinix’s Pakistan page states two years of Android updates and 36 months of security patches. NFC, JBL audio, dual speakers and wireless charging create a feature-rich ownership experience even though the network platform is limited to 4G.

XOS includes many custom features and can feel busier than cleaner Android interfaces. Buyers should decide whether they value feature density or a minimalist software experience.

Is Infinix Note 40 still worth buying in Pakistan?

It can still be a clever discounted purchase because few older mid-range phones combine AMOLED, wireless charging, stereo audio and NFC this well. Those are tangible everyday benefits rather than marketing-only specifications.

The reasons to move on are performance, 5G and lifecycle. If a current 5G phone with a stronger chipset costs only slightly more, the newer device is likely the better long-term choice. If the Note 40 is meaningfully cheaper, its convenience features remain compelling.

Review methodology

This PhonicSpecs review is based on Infinix Pakistan’s official Note 40 documentation and published independent testing, including GadgetByte and other review collections for the standard Note 40. PhonicSpecs has not performed its own controlled lab measurements. Reviews of the Note 40 5G or Note 40 Pro are not used as direct performance evidence for this 4G model.