The Infinix Note Edge, a brand-new phone from Infinix that clearly takes a lot of inspiration from the iPhone playbook. And honestly? It’s not even trying to hide it.
From the lock screen design to the glassy icons and animations, it instantly gave off strong iOS vibes. At this point, the saying “everything will become iPhone eventually” feels harder and harder to argue against. Apple’s design language sells — and Infinix knows it.
But once you flip the phone around and check the specs, the Note Edge still keeps that classic Infinix DNA: surprising features and bold moves. This phone actually breaks a record — it’s currently the slimmest smartphone in the world with a 6,500mAh battery. That alone already makes it interesting.
The display looks great, performance is solid, features are packed, and the price sits around $208,83. There’s also another variant exclusive to Erafone, but for just a 200K difference and only 128GB storage, it feels a bit awkward. So the big question is: Is it worth the price? Or is it a bit too expensive for what it offers? Let’s dive in.
Minimalist Box, Premium First Impression
The box design is noticeably different from previous Note series phones. Older models like the Note 50 or 50s leaned heavily into loud, gaming-style visuals. The Note Edge goes the opposite direction.
This box is clean, minimal, and elegant — silver and black tones with small text. From a store shelf perspective, it might actually be harder to notice. Compare that to Redmi, which sells its name boldly — “Redmi Note 15” is readable from across the counter.
Infinix seems to be aiming for a more premium image here. A thin green line adds a subtle brand touch, and there’s a small but confident claim printed below: “World’s Slimmest 6500mAh.”
Inside, you’ll find confirmation of another fun fact: this is the first smartphone in the world using the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 5G chipset.
Two records in one phone — not bad.
What’s in the Box? Surprisingly Premium
Opening the box feel expensive. You get:
- The Infinix Note Edge 5G
- A screen protector (you apply it yourself)
- Documentation and SIM ejector
- USB-A to USB-C cable
- A 45W fast charger
And you will feel a very premium case
The case honestly deserves special mention. The texture feels like ultra-soft fine sandpaper — slightly rough, but incredibly smooth to the touch. It’s the kind of case you’d expect to cost a lot if sold separately. Easily something you’d believe came from a premium store like iBox.
Design That Breaks Records
Now the phone itself — and yes, it really is thin.
At just 7.2mm, this is crazy considering it packs a 6,500mAh battery. Even more impressive? It only weighs 185 grams.
The blue color is bold — very bold. It’s glossy, reflective, and eye-catching. Some people will love it, others might find it a bit too loud. Thankfully, there are three other color options including black, silver/titanium, and green for those who prefer something calmer.
The phone is made of polycarbonate, but the finish is so well done that it doesn’t feel cheap at all. The curved front and back make it feel even thinner in the hand.
Camera housing is large, glossy, and yes — many people will say it looks like an iPhone. Xiaomi fans will argue Poco did it first. Everyone’s probably right.
iOS Vibes Everywhere (For Better or Worse)
Turn the phone on, and the iOS inspiration becomes impossible to ignore.
Lock screen fonts and layout? Very iOS.
Wallpapers? Look straight out of a recent iPad.
Animations? Apps “gather” just like on iPhone.
Control Center? Liquid glass aesthetics everywhere.
It’s obvious that XOS 16 is heavily inspired by iOS. Some will love it, some will roll their eyes.
There’s even an “Instant Transfer” feature — basically AirDrop-style sharing, including with iPhones. In theory, it’s awesome. In reality… it’s buggy, unintuitive, and honestly frustrating. After several failed attempts, the app’s low rating suddenly makes a lot of sense.
The idea is good. The execution? Needs work. Thankfully, Infinix promises 3 years of OS updates and 5 years of security patches, so there’s hope.
- Display: One of the Highlights
- The screen is excellent:
- 6.78-inch curved AMOLED
- 1.5K resolution
- 120Hz refresh rate
- Up to 1600 nits brightness
- Gorilla Glass 7i
- In-display fingerprint sensor
- High-frequency PWM dimming (2160Hz)
It’s sharp, bright, and very comfortable for both indoor and outdoor use. Definitely one of the strongest points of the phone.
Performance: First Dimensity 7100 Ever
This is the world’s first phone with Dimensity 7100 5G.
AnTuTu scores land around 770,000–800,000, similar to Snapdragon 7s Gen 2. However, it’s built on 6nm, while competitors are already on 4nm — so efficiency isn’t class-leading.
For daily use and games like Mobile Legends, it runs smoothly at high frame rates. Heavier games run… okay. Not amazing, not terrible. Graphics need to be lowered, but the upside is excellent thermal control — temperatures stay around 40–41°C even under load.
Vibration motor is basic, nothing special.
Speakers & Camera
Stereo speakers tuned by JBL sound good:
- Loud
- Clear
- Balanced treble
- Decent bass
Rating? Around 7.5/10.
The 50MP camera is interesting. Surprisingly, night photos look better than daytime shots. Low-light images are clean with good colors, while bright daylight shots sometimes struggle with dynamic range.
Video quality is good, but stabilization forces resolution down to 1080p.
Final Verdict: Worth It?
The Infinix Note Edge is a very unique phone.
Pros:
- Insanely thin with a massive battery
- Beautiful curved AMOLED display
- Premium feel and accessories
- Long software support
- Clean, modern design
Cons:
- iOS-like UI may not be for everyone
- Performance is good, not great
- Some software features feel unfinished
- Price is a bit high for the competition
At $208,83, it’s not an automatic recommendation. Even within Infinix’s own lineup, the Note 50s offers a more balanced experience with stronger performance at a lower price.
But if you want the thinnest phone possible with the biggest battery, and you love sleek, iPhone-inspired design — the Infinix Note Edge absolutely makes sense.