Infinix S5 (2019): Price, Specs, Features and Best deals

All you need to know about the Infinix S5, also known as Infinix Hot S5. Price, full specs, all features and where to buy in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, etc

For a lot of Infinix Fans, it’s going to be mixed feelings this Friday when the Infinix S5, the successor to the Infinix S4 is released.

Since 2016, when the first S device launched from Infinix, we’ve had the S1, S2, S3, S3X, S4 and now, we‘ve got the Infinix S5.

Promotional content from Infinix Mobility promises that the S5 will be brilliant devices that will offer new perspectives – a hint at a much-improved camera.

The Infinix S5, as has already been seen in other markets, also comes with a new and improved design that is not only trendy but also offers a class for those willing to upgrade or join the Infinix family.

The main selling points for this new device are:

  1. The hole punch display or the infinity-o camera cut-out on the 6.6-inch HD+ screen
  2. The 32MP selfie camera and
  3. The quad-camera set up on the back.

Infinix S5 Specs

  • Dimension: 164 x 76 x 7.9 mm
  • Screen Size: 6.6-inch IPS Display, 720 x 1600 pixels (266 ppi)
  • Selfie Camera: 32 MP camera
  • Main Camera: Triple Camera Setup – 16MP (wide) F/1.8 + 5MP (Ultra-Wide) + 2MP (Depth Sensor) + 2MP (
    Macro Lens) Camera
  • OS: Android™ 9.0(Pie), XOS 5.5 Cheetah
  • Network: 2G/3G/4G LTE
  • Internal: 32 GB/64 GB built-in Storage and supports memory card up to 256GB
  • RAM: 6 GB
  • Chipset: Octa-core Mediatek MT6761 Helio P22
  • Battery Capacity: Li-Ion Non-Removable 4000mAh
  • Card Slots: 2 nano sim cards + 1 micro SD
  • Other Features: G-Sensor, Light Sensor, e-Compass, Proximity sensor, Finger Print, Gyroscope, Face ID
  • Colours: Quetzal Cyan, Violet, Nebula Black

Features of the Infinix S5

Design and Display

The Infinix S5 packs A 6.6″ 20:9 HD+ display with a punch hole on its top left corner. The body is plastic and the glossy finish attracts fingerprints easily.

The bottom part of the phone has the speaker grille, USB port, microphone and headphone jack.

However, the device sill promises a trendy look and should be one you would feel proud to be carrying around.

Battery

There is now the almost standard 4,000 MaH battery on the Infinix S5.

Camera

There are a rear fingerprint scanner and a quad-camera setup that includes a 16MP main camera, 5MP ultrawide, 2MP for depth and a 2MP low-light sensor.

The 5MP is not only for taking ultrawide shots but also taking macro shots of objects as close as 2.5cm. YOu get the added option of recording macro videos too.

Performance

The Infinix S5 is powered by an Helio P22 processor backed by 4GB of RAM and Android Pie with Infinix’s UI, XO5 5.5 on top.

You also get 64GB of storage and a slot for expandable memory via SD card up to 256GB.

Difference between Infinix S5 and Infinix S4

FeatureInfinix S5Infinix S4
Screen Size6.6-inch IPS Display6.2 inches FHD+ Notch-Display
OSAndroid 9.0Android™ 9.0
ProcessorMediatek MT6761 Helio P22MediaTek Helio P22
Main Camera16MP (wide) F/1.8 + 5MP (Ultra-Wide) + 2MP (Depth Sensor) + 2MP (
Macro Lens) Camera
13 MP, f2.0 + 2 MP + 8 MP, f/2.0 Wide Angle
Front Camera32 MP camera32 MP, f2.0, 1.6µm AI selfie camera
Storage32 GB/64 GB32 GB/64 GB
RAM6GB3GB/6GB
Battery Capacity4000mAh4000mAh

Infinix S5: In the retail box

  • 1 Phone (Infinix S5)
  • 1 Power Adapter
  • 1 USB-Cable
  • 1 User Guide
  • 1 Broken Screen Warranty Card
  • 1 Earphone
  • 1 Back case
  • 1 Sim Ejector

Why you should buy the Infinix S5

If you are a big Inifnix fan and are looking to upgrade from any of the hot series or S series, then the S5 might just be the phone for you.

If you want to enjoy a good camera at a decent price with a battery that should last for the most part of the day, the Infinix S5 will definitely do the trick.

Infinix S5 Pricing and Availability

Infinix S5 Price in Ghana

In Ghana, the selling price for the Infinix S5 is GHS 799 for the 64GB model while the bigger storage option model (128 GB) goes for GHS 949 in all major retail centres.

You can pre-order the new Infinix S5 and pay a deposit of GHS 100. You pay the remainder on delivery or when you go to the shop to pick the phone up.

Infinix S5 (6GB RAM + 32 GB Storage); Where to buy in Ghana

StorePrice (GHS)Contact
Atapsa (Nationwide Delivery)GHS 8490547204973
Mfidie Shop (Nationwide Delivery)GHS 8490546090871

Infinix S5 (6GB RAM + 128 GB Storage); Where to buy in Ghana

StorePrice (GHS)Contact
Atapsa (Nationwide Delivery)GHS 9690547204973
Mfidie Shop (Nationwide Delivery)GHS 9690546090871

Infinix S5 Price in Nigeria

In Nigeria, the Infinix S5 is selling 53,000 Naira for the 64GB variant and 62,500 Naira for the bigger storage 128GB model.

Infinix S5 Price in Kenya

The standard Infinix S5 costs Ksh 13,000 in Kenya.

Infinix S5 Full Specs

General Features

PlatformAndroid 9 (Pie), XOS 5.5
ProcessorOcta-core Mediatek MT6761 Helio P22, 1.3GHz (12nm)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory6GB RAM
ColoursQuetzal Cyan, Violet, Nebula Black
Dimension164 x 76 x 7.9 mm
Weight178g
SIM TypeNano-SIM
SIM CountDual SIM

Display

Display6.6-inch, IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 720 x 1600 pixels (266 ppi)
Foldable DisplayNo

Camera

Rear Camera16MP (wide) F/1.8 + 5MP (Ultra-Wide) + 2MP (Depth Sensor) + 2MP ( Macro Lens) Camera
Rear Camera Featurespanorama, HDR, 1080 @ 30fps
Front Camera32MP Camera, 720P @ 30fps

Storage

Built-in Storage64GB / 128GB
Memory Card SupportYes, up to 256GB microSD

Network Support

2G GSM850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G WCDMAYes
4G LTE1(2100), 3(1800), 5(850), (900), 38(2600), 40(2300), 41(2500), 7(800)
5GNo

Internet & Connectivity

GPRSYes
EDGEYes
3G/WCDMA/HSPAYes
HSPA+Yes
4G LTEYes
5GNo
WLANYes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Wi-Fi HotspotYes
BluetoothYes, Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE
NFCNo
Infrared BlasterNo
USB PortYes, Micro-USB (USB 2.0)

Messaging

SMS/MMSYes
Instant MessagingYes
Push EmailsYes
Email ProtocolYes

Entertainment

Music PlayerYes
Video PlayerYes
FM RadioYes
LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm JackYes
NavigationYes
MapsYes

Sensors and Control

Digital CompassYes
AccelerometerYes
Proximity SensorYes
Light SensorYes
GyroscopeYes
Fingerprint ScannerYes ( Rear Mounted)
Face UnlockYes
Stylus PenNo
Intelligent Digital AssistantYes
Voice ControlYes

Battery

Battery4000 mAh Non-Removable Li-Po Battery

Other Features

Video StreamingYes
Active Noise CancellationYes
Wireless ChargingNo
Built-in Mobile PaymentYes
Image EditorYes
Video EditorYes
Document ViewerYes
Document EditorYes
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