The Infinix Note 50x 5G+ smartphone launched in India on 27 March 2025. It is a mid-range budget series smartphone priced at ₹10,499. It is the first phone to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chipset, which antutu scores around 7 lacks+ with MIL-STD-810H certification for strong build quality. But the Infinix Note 50x is good for gaming?
In this post, I share Infinix Note 50x 5G gaming performance, testing frame rates, thermal, battery efficiency, and more. Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore gamer, before buying this phone for gaming, read this article.
Infinix Note 50x Hardware Specification for Gaming
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate- Processor review
| Specifications | Infinix Note 50x 5G |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate (4nm) |
| GPU | Mali G615 GPU |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage Type | UFS-2.2 |
| Antutu score | 725520 |
| CPU Throttling | 72% |
The Infinix Note 50x 5G is powered by the world’s 1st MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Ultimate (4nm) smartphone, which antutu score- 725520 and delivers a decent performance under the 10,499 price range. This 4nm processor is designed for mid-range 5G devices for day-to-day life tasks, not for gaming.
Honestly, this processor is good for casual gamers, because Infinix Note 50x 5G supports 90FPS BGMI, but its fps stuck around 61- 75fps with lag or jitter feel noticeable. Call of Duty and Free Fire support 60FPS, delivering smooth performance with normal lag.
Graphics (GPU) and Touch Sampling Rate
Every gaming smartphone requires good graphics hardware for a better gaming experience, and the Infinix Note 50x has a Mali G615 GPU ideal for casual 60FPS gaming.
The Infinix Note 50x touch response is excellent; it has a 240Hz touch sampling rate for smooth gaming, and its gyroscope works properly in games.
RAM and Storage
RAM: The Infinix Note 50x 5G has 6GB LPDDR4X RAM. This LPDDR4x RAM type is good in this price range; it consumes less energy, has higher data transfer speed, faster multitasking, and smooth gaming.
Storage: The Infinix Note 50x 5G has UFS 2.2 storage. This type of storage is good for gaming under 10,499 price, but many smartphones use this type of storage under 20 to 25K price range.
UFS-2.2 storage is a good choice for casual gaming. Because it supports faster data access speed and faster loading times for games and apps, providing a smooth and more immersive gaming experience, when it is well optimised.
Infinix Note 50x 5G+ Benchmark Test for Gaming
- AnTuTu: The Infinix Note 50x 5G+ antutu score 725520.
- Geekbench: Single-core score of 1,027, multi-core score of 2,824.
- CPU Throttling: 72% of peak performance
- 3DMark Wild Life: Achieved a 99.9 stability, showcasing its ability to handle graphically intensive games
Overall, the Infinix Note 50x 5G benchmark score highlights its casual gaming performance, with expected throttling, and the high graphics demanding games like BGMI, PUBG Mobile, and Call of Duty running smoothly with major frame rate drops.
Gaming Test Methodology
When we test the Infinix Note 50x 5G+ gaming capabilities across the following parameters:
- Tested Games: BGMI, Call of Duty Mobile and Free Fire.
- Settings: BGMI (Smooth + 90FPS and HDR + 40FPS), CoD Mobile (Low + Ultra 60FPS) and Free Fire (Max + 60FPS)
- Metrics Measured: FPS stability, thermal performance, battery drain.
- Tools Used: FPS monitor apps and a heat gun for temperature checks.
Gaming Test Environment
When we started the Infinix Note 50x 5G+ gaming test, the room temperature was 27°C with Wi-Fi connectivity. The display brightness was set at 50%, and the phone’s protective case was removed to measure heat dissipation accurately.
Gaming Performance Test Result
Infinix Note 50x 5G+ BGMI FPS and Gameplay
The Infinix Note 50X 5G delivers decent performance during my 1-hour BGMI session at 60FPS smooth + Extreme setting. ( 90fps settings are unlocked, but it’s fps stuck around 61- 75fps with noticeable lag or jitter). So we checked it at 60fps for better performance.
- The Infinix Note 50X 5G phone maintained a stable 60fps frame rate on TDM match. And the classics match delivered 55fps to 60 FPS across various maps like Erangel, Sanhok, and Livik.
- My gameplay time occasionally frame rate drop around 33 FPS, which occurs on the Livik map, but the phone quickly recovers to its previous performance.
- with significant heating issues noticed, the battery drained 9% in one hour of gameplay.
Call of Duty-Free Fire FPS and Gameplay
The Infinix Note 50X 5G Call of Duty Low + Ultra 60FPS and Max 60FPS Free Fire Gameplay delivered outstanding performance without noticeable lag or stuttering.
Thermal Management
After a 30-minute gaming session:
- Maximum Temperature: The phone reached 42°C, primarily near the camera module.
- Heat Distribution: The back panel remained warm but did not reach an uncomfortable feel due to its leather-textured design.
Thermal Throttling
During gameplay time, significant throttling was observed. because it’s a new chipset (Dimensity 7300 Ultimate). It is not built for consistent and heavy loads.
Battery Life
- Every gamer needs a large battery backup, so the Infinix Note 50X 5G has a 5500 mAh battery. After 1 hour of BGMI Gameplay battery dropped around 16-19%. Which is normal.
- So you can play 5 to 6 hours of nonstop gameplay and any heavy task easily.
- It comes with 45W fast Charger support. And the charger takes 55 minutes 20%-100% charge.
User Experience
Design and Weight
Infinix Note 50X 5G has a slim vegan leather design (7.6mm thickness) and lightweight build (196.7g), making it comfortable to hold for extended gaming sessions. Overall, it is a good design for gamers.
Display Quality
The 6.67-inch IPS LCD screen with a 120Hz refresh rate ensures fluid visuals and responsive touch inputs. The 240Hz touch sampling rate enhances your gaming experience.
Audio
The Note 50x 5G has Dual stereo speakers that deliver immersive sound quality. However, a 3.5mm headphone jack is not available you can use earbuds or a Type-C audio jack for better audio.
Software Features
XOS 15 offers dedicated game modes that optimize performance by prioritizing resources for active games while blocking notifications
Pros and Cons for Gamers
Pros
- Excellent battery life with fast charging.
- Smooth gaming performance at high settings.
- Durable build with IP64 water resistance and MIL-STD-810H certification.
Cons
- No headphone jack.
- Slight FPS drops at ultra-high graphics settings.
- Back panel heats up during extended sessions.
FAQ
1. Is the Infinix Note 50X 5G good for gaming?
Yes, it’s good for casual games, and it runs performance in popular games like BGMI and Call of Duty Mobile at medium settings with normal lag or overheating issues.
2. How long can I game on a full charge?
You can expect approximately 6 hours of continuous gaming on a full charge with medium settings.
3. Does it support external controllers?
Yes, external controllers can be connected via Bluetooth v5.4 for better gaming experiences.
4. Does it overheat during gaming?
Yes, this phone warms quickly, but does feels uncomfortably feel for holding due to its vegan leather design.
Final Verdict
The Infinix Note 50x 5G is not a good choice for top performance and smooth gameplay users. its Dimensity 7300 Ultimate chipset, 120Hz IPS LCD screen, LPDDR4X RAM and UFS 2.2 storage, it offers a decent gaming experience under 10,499 price. If you’re looking for a good-performing mid-range phone with strong gaming capabilities, the Vivo T4x is good for gaming at this price.
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