Quick Summary
- The Note 60 and Note 60 Pro launched globally on February 18, 2026 and in Kenya on March 23-24, 2026.
- Note 60 Pro RRP: KES 41,999 (8GB + 256GB). It is Infinix's first Snapdragon phone since 2019, running the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4.
- The standard Note 60 (Dimensity 7400 Ultimate) starts around KES 23,000 in Kenya for 8GB + 128GB.
- Both Note 60 models have a 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz curved AMOLED, a 50MP OIS main camera and — unusually for the price — 30W wireless charging.
- The Hot 70 launched in Kenya on July 17, 2026 under KES 20,000, with a Helio G100 Ultimate chip, 6,000mAh battery and 45W charging.
- All run XOS 16 on Android 16 with up to three OS upgrades, and warranty is serviced through Carlcare in Kenya.
Kenya pricing: what you will actually pay
These are the prices found across Kenyan retailers — SoftMobile, Phones Store Kenya, Cellular Kenya, Gadget Pulse, TechTune Hub and Jumia sellers — checked at the end of September 2026. Infinix officially launched the Note 60 Pro in Nairobi on March 23, 2026 at KES 41,999 with a pre-order bundle (free XWATCH 3GT, KES 1,000 off and three months of Spotify Premium).
| Model | Variant | Kenya price (KES) | Seen at |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infinix Note 60 (5G) | 8GB + 128GB | KES 23,000 – 27,000 | Fkay Smartphone, Kenyan online retailers |
| Infinix Note 60 (5G) | 8GB + 256GB | KES 27,000 – 31,000 | Kenyan retail listings |
| Infinix Note 60 Pro (5G) | 8GB + 256GB | KES 41,000 – 44,100 | SoftMobile, Cellular Kenya, TechTune Hub (RRP KES 41,999) |
| Infinix Hot 70 (4G) | 4GB + 128GB | KES 17,999 – 18,800 | Phones Store Kenya, Gadget Pulse |
| Infinix Hot 70 (4G) | 6GB + 128GB | KES 19,500 – 20,500 | Phones Store Kenya |
| Infinix Hot 70 (4G) | 8GB + 256GB | KES 24,300 – 26,000 | Phones Store Kenya, street pricing |
Battery note: global spec sheets list 6,500mAh for the Note 60 series, but Kenyan and some regional retail listings cite 6,150mAh (Note 60) and 6,000mAh (Note 60 Pro). Infinix ships different battery capacities by market — check the box specification with your seller.
Note 60 Pro deep dive: what KES 41,999 buys
The Note 60 Pro is the most interesting Infinix in years: a return to Snapdragon silicon, a display spec list that reads like a flagship, and two features — wireless charging and a self-repairing battery — that no rival offers near this price in Kenya.
Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 — a first for Infinix
The Note 60 Pro is Infinix's first phone on a Snapdragon chip since 2019. The 4nm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 scores roughly 1.1 million on AnTuTu V11, sustains 120fps in titles like Mobile Legends and Honor of Kings, and pairs with a 4,758mm² 3D IceCore vapor chamber plus a copper sheet that cuts sustained gaming temperatures by up to 3°C.
Active Matrix rear display
A mini-LED matrix panel on the back stays invisible until needed, then shows notifications, timers, animated effects and custom patterns. A small party trick, but genuinely useful for checking alerts when the phone is face-down.
Self-healing battery
Infinix's Battery Self-Healing Technology applies a low current to repair micro-cracks inside the cell, claiming to restore about 1% of battery health every 200 charge cycles and retain over 80% capacity after roughly 2,000 cycles — about six years of typical use.
Wireless charging at mid-range price
Both Note 60 models support 30W wireless charging — almost unheard of under KES 45,000 in Kenya, where wireless charging has been a flagship-only perk. The Pro adds up to 90W wired charging; the vanilla model charges at 45W.
Flagship-class display
A 6.78-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED with 144Hz refresh, up to 4,500 nits peak brightness, 2,304Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort and Gorilla Glass 7i. Symmetrical 1.87mm bezels make it look far pricier than it is.
Health sensors included
The Pro carries heart-rate and SpO2 sensors alongside the under-display fingerprint reader — niche, but free health spot-checks without buying a wearable.
The trade-offs to know: the camera system is a modest 50MP OIS main plus 8MP ultra-wide — capable but not class-leading; the body is IP64 rather than the IP68/IP69 seen on the Tecno Camon 50 series; and the metal frame with curved glass demands a decent case despite the 7.36mm slimness.
Gallery: Note 60 series and Hot 70
Official product renders for the lineup.
Note 60 vs Note 60 Pro vs Hot 70: full comparison
| Spec | Note 60 | Note 60 Pro | Hot 70 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate (4nm), ~990K AnTuTu V11 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 (4nm), ~1.1M AnTuTu V11 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate (6nm), 4G only |
| Display | 6.78" 1.5K curved AMOLED, 144Hz, 4500 nits peak, Gorilla Glass 7i | 6.78" 1.5K curved AMOLED, 144Hz, 4500 nits peak, Gorilla Glass 7i | 6.78" IPS LCD, 720p, 120Hz, 700 nits HBM |
| Rear camera | 50MP f/1.59 OIS main + 8MP ultra-wide | 50MP f/1.59 OIS main + 8MP ultra-wide | 50MP f/1.9 main + auxiliary lens |
| Selfie camera | 13MP | 13MP | 8MP |
| Battery | 6,150mAh (KE variant) / 6,500mAh (global) | 6,000mAh (KE variant) / 6,500mAh (global), self-healing tech | 6,000mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired + 30W wireless | 90W wired + 30W wireless | 45W wired + 10W reverse wired |
| Rear lighting | RGB Halo light ring | Active Matrix mini-LED rear display | None (dynamic finish options) |
| Cooling | 3D IceCore vapor chamber | 3D IceCore vapor chamber, 4,758mm² + copper sheet | Standard graphite cooling |
| Durability | IP64 | IP64 | IP65, drop-resistant to 1.5m |
| Audio | Dual speakers | JBL-tuned dual speakers | Dual speakers, DTS |
| Software | XOS 16 (Android 16), up to 3 OS upgrades | XOS 16 (Android 16), up to 3 OS upgrades | XOS 16 (Android 16), up to 3 OS upgrades |
| Extras | 5G, NFC, IR blaster, FM radio, dual SIM, in-display fingerprint | 5G, NFC, IR, FM, heart-rate + SpO2 sensors, in-display fingerprint | 4G, NFC, IR, FM radio, dedicated microSD slot, side fingerprint |
Battery and charging: built for Kenyan realities
The Note 60 series carries the largest batteries Infinix has ever shipped — up to 6,500mAh in a 7.36mm body — while the self-healing cell claims over 80% health after 2,000 charge cycles, roughly six years of daily use. For Kenyan buyers who keep phones three to five years and deal with occasional power outages, longevity is arguably more valuable than peak charging speed.
The Pro's 90W wired charging refuels in well under an hour, and 30W wireless charging on both Note 60 models is a genuine segment first locally — useful in offices and cars with Qi pads, and a feature previously gated behind KES 80,000+ phones in Kenya. The Hot 70 adds 10W reverse wired charging so its 6,000mAh cell can rescue accessories.
The Hot 70: Kenya's sub-20K benchmark
Infinix Kenya launched the Hot 70 series on July 17, 2026 at the Glee Hotel in Nairobi — the "Night of HOT" event with artist Savara — pitching it as the best value smartphone under KES 20,000. The timing matters: 2026 has been a hard year for budget phones globally as memory prices rose, and the Hot 70 was clearly engineered to hit the price point anyway.
Helio G100 Ultimate, not G81
Where most sub-KES-20K rivals run the 12nm Helio G81, the Hot 70 uses the newer 6nm Helio G100 Ultimate — roughly a generation ahead in efficiency and app-opening speed at the same counter price.
6,000mAh + 45W + reverse charging
The fastest charging in its price bracket in Kenya, plus 10W reverse wired charging so it can top up earbuds or a friend's phone from its big battery.
IP65 and 1.5m drop resistance
Rated dust-tight and resistant to low-pressure water jets, and tested to survive 1.5m drops — meaningful for a phone aimed at students and first-time buyers.
3 OS upgrades promised
XOS 16 on Android 16 with up to three major OS upgrades — an unusually long commitment for a phone under KES 20,000 in Kenya.
The compromises: a 720p LCD panel (sharper rivals exist), no 5G, and a single usable rear camera. If display sharpness matters more than chip efficiency, cross-shop the Redmi 15C or the discounted Hot 60 line. The Hot 70 Pro 5G — Dimensity 7100, FHD+ 144Hz, IP68 and an Active Matrix Cube — launched in India in September 2026; Kenyan availability is yet to be confirmed.
How they stack against Tecno and the rest
The Note 60 Pro's natural rival is the Tecno Camon 50 Pro/Ultra: Tecno wins on cameras (Sony LYT-700C, telephoto, DXOMARK 146) and durability (IP69K, MIL-STD-810), while Infinix counters with the Snapdragon chip, wireless charging and a lower price. Under KES 25,000, the Note 60 undercuts most AMOLED rivals while adding wireless charging none of them have; the Hot 70 trades blows with the Tecno Spark 50 and Redmi 15C on the strength of its newer, more efficient processor.
Software is the shared caveat: XOS 16 ships with pre-installed apps and recommendations you will want to disable in the first hour, and while three OS upgrades are now promised, Infinix's update cadence historically lags Samsung's.
Which one should you buy?
Best balanced pick
Infinix Note 60
At KES 23,000–31,000 you get the 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED, Dimensity 7400 5G, OIS camera and 30W wireless charging. The strongest price-to-spec ratio in this article.
Best for gamers and power users
Infinix Note 60 Pro
The Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, vapor chamber, 90W charging and Active Matrix display justify the KES 41,999 RRP if you game, stream and multitask heavily.
Best under KES 20,000
Infinix Hot 70
Newer 6nm chip than rivals, 6,000mAh with 45W, IP65 and drop resistance — the safest student or first-phone buy of 2026.
Whichever you pick, buy from an authorized retailer so the Carlcare warranty applies, confirm the IMEI against the box (*#06#), and verify the battery and storage printed on the Kenyan-market unit before paying.
FAQs
How much is the Infinix Note 60 Pro in Kenya?
The Infinix Note 60 Pro launched in Kenya at KES 41,999 for the 8GB + 256GB variant on March 23-24, 2026. Street prices now range from about KES 41,000 to 44,100 depending on retailer and colour.
Does the Infinix Note 60 support wireless charging?
Yes. Both the Note 60 and Note 60 Pro support 30W wireless charging, which is rare in this price range in Kenya. The Pro also supports up to 90W wired charging while the standard Note 60 charges at 45W.
What is the difference between the Infinix Note 60 and Note 60 Pro?
The Note 60 uses the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate chip and an RGB Halo rear light; the Pro uses the faster Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, an Active Matrix mini-LED rear display, a larger vapor chamber, 90W wired charging and JBL-tuned speakers. Both share the 6.78-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED screen, 50MP OIS main camera and wireless charging.
How much is the Infinix Hot 70 in Kenya?
The Hot 70 launched in Kenya on July 17, 2026 at under KES 20,000 for the base 4GB + 128GB model (street price KES 17,999 to 18,800). The top 8GB + 256GB variant sells for about KES 24,300 to 26,000.
Where do I get Infinix phones repaired under warranty in Kenya?
Infinix is a Transsion brand, so official warranty and repairs go through Carlcare service centers across Kenya — Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and more. Keep your receipt and ensure you buy from an authorized retailer for the warranty to apply.
Is the Infinix Hot 70 Pro available in Kenya?
The Hot 70 Pro 5G (Dimensity 7100, 144Hz FHD+ LCD, 6,000mAh, IP68, Active Matrix Cube) launched in India in September 2026 from around Rs 24,999. Kenyan availability had not been formally announced as of October 2026; if it lands, expect pricing in the KES 30,000 to 38,000 range based on the India price.
Sources
- FoneArena: Note 60 and Note 60 Pro specifications
- GSMArena: Note 60 series launch coverage and battery self-healing
- Infinix official: Note 60 Pro product page (90W, 6500mAh)
- TechTrendsKE: Note 60 Pro Kenya launch at KES 41,999
- The Star: Infinix Hot 70 series Kenya launch at the Glee Hotel
- Tech-ish: Hot 70 Kenya review — Helio G100 vs Helio G81 rivals
- GSMArena: Infinix Hot 70 full specifications
- Phones Store Kenya: Hot 70 variant pricing in KES
