The Infinix GT 30 Pro presents a focused gaming proposition with decisive priorities. Priced from ₹22,999 onwards, it carves out a solid niche in the budget gaming segment and packs remarkable gaming performance. This also happens to be the first-ever smartphone to ship with MediaTek’s new Dimensity 8350 chipset.
The 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with 10-bit color and 144Hz refresh rate delivers smooth gaming visuals. Being an AMOLED, the display boasts great colour accuracy and makes consuming content a treat. The high refresh rate helps make gaming particularly immersive while Corning’s Gorilla Glass 7i protects the screen. This is the ‘Blade White’ colourway and the GT 30 Pro is also available in a ‘Dark Flare’ variant as well which exclusively gets RGB lighting effects integrated into the stylised back panel. The Blade White variant makes do with white LEDs for the lighting effects. We like this one better and it also gets eye-catching red highlights on its shimmery, frosted silver back panel.
The Dimensity 8350 Ultimate chipset handles most gaming scenarios competently, while configurations offering up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of fast UFS 4.0 storage provide adequate space for multitasking and storage respectively. It supports 120FPS for certain games. Extended gaming sessions do cause the device to heat up a little but the phone’s dedicated vapour cooling chamber ensures that the heat levels never get uncomfortable. The dedicated GT Triggers are ergonomically placed and add genuine value for supported gaming titles such as CoD and BGMI. The plastic chassis ensures a 189g weight, however it manages to feels sturdy yet premium.
The 5500mAh battery provides reasonable endurance for gaming sessions, though impressive battery life claims require context. The 45W wired charging, 30W wireless and bypass charging capabilities offer convenience. The bypass charging feature proves useful during extended gaming, helping manage heat generation.
The main camera has a 108MP sensor, though performance varies across different lighting conditions. Low-light photography is not its strong suit, and the lack of OIS might be a drawback for some. Video recording and ultrawide functionality serve basic utility needs, but then again, the GT 30 Pro prioritises gaming performance over other aspects.
The GT 30 Pro runs the company’s custom XOS skin (version 15.0.3) on top of Android 15, with gaming-focused features working effectively. A built-in optimisation software called XBoost AI helps customise and enhance the gaming experience. It provides access to customizable Performance Modes and Quick Access Tools for convenience. There is a dedicated Esports Mode which boosts performance while blocking distractions like notifications. Users can fettle the touch response using Touch Optimization and ZoneTouch Master options on the fly.
The Infinix GT 30 Pro comes across as a compelling buy for gamers on a budget, provided expectations align with its specialized approach. The device succeeds as a dedicated gaming phone while making considerations in other areas. Budget-conscious gamers will find it delivers amply on core gaming performance as promised.
