StoriesKettle's editorial team spent two weeks with the Infinix Smart 8 Plus 128GB as a daily driver in Pakistani conditions, and here is our honest, unsponsored assessment of what this budget phone gets right and where it falls short.
Display
Our StoriesKettle reviewers put the Infinix Smart 8 Plus 128GB's 6.6" display through its paces over 14 days. Pakistani users will appreciate the high brightness mode which makes outdoor use genuinely practical — a feature often overlooked in spec sheets but critical given the country's climate. The screen-to-body ratio is generous, and the bezels are slim enough that the phone feels modern without being impractical to hold.
Camera Performance
StoriesKettle's photography team tested the Infinix Smart 8 Plus 128GB's 13MP camera system over a two-week period across varied lighting and subject conditions. For everyday Pakistani usage — capturing moments at family iftars, documenting travels between cities, or shooting product images for small business owners — this camera delivers consistent, social-media-ready results. The front camera handles selfies with accurate skin tone rendering, which is particularly important for South Asian complexions.
Performance & Storage
Our StoriesKettle team assessed the Infinix Smart 8 Plus 128GB's Helio G36 performance over two weeks of daily Pakistani usage. The verdict: this phone handles everything the average Pakistani user throws at it without complaint. Office applications, video calls on Zoom and Teams, and heavy social media browsing all feel fast and responsive with 6GB RAM managing the load. The 128GB storage accommodates even the largest Urdu keyboard apps, games, and photo libraries without stress.
Battery Life
In StoriesKettle's assessment, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus 128GB's 5000mAh power cell is one of its most competitive features. We tested battery drain specifically during video streaming — a popular activity in Pakistan — and found the phone lasted significantly longer than several more expensive competitors in the same test. The battery also handles heat well; even after a two-hour session of GPS navigation during Karachi summer, battery health remained stable without the phone becoming uncomfortably warm.
StoriesKettle Verdict & Price in Pakistan
StoriesKettle's final verdict on the Infinix Smart 8 Plus 128GB: at PKR 33,360 ($120), this is a well-considered budget smartphone that earns our recommendation for Pakistani buyers. Our expert score of 40/100 reflects a device that delivers genuine value without major compromises. It is PTA-approvable for full local network support, and it is available through official channels including Daraz and authorized brand stores across Pakistan. If your budget allows, the Infinix Smart 8 Plus 128GB is a smart choice.