A lot of bang for your buck: Infinix Note Edge discounted to 4.5 thousand, offers a very good chip and a beautiful display

You can get the Infinix Note Edge 8/256 GB on Alza for 4,490 CZK instead of the original 6,990 CZK. Considering all the phone can do and the features it offers, this is now an attractive offer. Let’s take a look at who it might be suitable for.

Quick summary:
✅ It makes sense if you want a nice, fast phone with long-term support for five thousand and you like the curved display.
⚠️ Consider that the second rear camera is just for show, the curved display edges don’t suit everyone, and Infinix must deliver on the promised updates.
💡 For 4,490 CZK, it’s one of the most interestingly equipped affordable phones — its features and support extend beyond its price.

Why this phone is interesting

Infinix has a proven tactic — it puts one or two features into an affordable phone that you won’t find elsewhere at that price, and suddenly it stands out. With the Note Edge, it’s the distinctly curved display (hence “Edge”), which has almost disappeared from expensive flagships today, and especially software support on par with more expensive brands. At its original price of 6,990 CZK, it was a fine phone, but at the promotional price of 4,490 CZK, it becomes one of the most interesting pieces under five thousand. It suits students, casual users, and anyone who wants an affordable but not “cheap-looking” mobile.

Key parameters explained simply

The display is a 6.78″ OLED with 1.5K resolution and 120 Hz — sharp, fluid, and with a brightness of up to 4500 nits in HDR, you can read it even in direct sunlight, which is by no means a given for affordable phones. It’s protected by Gorilla Glass 7i. Performance is handled by the brand new Dimensity 7100 — and this is crucial: while competitors at this price point are still pushing old 4G Helio chips, here you get a modern 5G processor with over 800,000 points in AnTuTu, which smoothly handles everyday use and games. The 6500 mAh battery can last up to three days according to one owner, charges at 45 W, and the manufacturer promises 80% capacity even after 2000 cycles. Plus, 256GB storage, JBL stereo speakers, and IP65.

Practical aspects and what to watch out for

The phone is pleasantly thin (7.2 mm) and light (185 g), the Silk Green version has a back finish resembling fabric or leather — it looks more expensive than it is. The notification LED square on the back is a nice touch, allowing you to assign colors to apps, as is the customizable side button (by default, it launches the Folax AI assistant). But let’s be honest about the caveats. The main 50Mpx camera is decent, but the second rear sensor is useless — it’s just there for show, don’t rely on it. The curved display is striking, but it doesn’t suit everyone (accidental edge touches, harder to apply screen protectors, and more prone to damage in case of a fall).

What users say

There are only a few reviews so far, but a rating of 5.0 out of 5 and 100% recommendation indicates satisfaction. Owners praise exactly what makes the phone interesting: speed, 45W charging, 810,000 AnTuTu score, 256GB storage, nice color, and up to three days of battery life. They also appreciate small details like the case included in the package.

When it doesn’t make sense

If your main concern is the camera and you expect a versatile set of cameras, here you get one good main sensor and a second one just for show — opt for a phone with a true ultrawide lens. Similarly, if you dislike curved displays and want a flat panel without accidental touches, this model is the exact opposite. And anyone who relies exclusively on a physical SIM and doesn’t want to deal with eSIM should check availability.

Are you tempted by a stylish curved display and long-term support on an affordable phone, or would you prefer a flat panel and a better set of cameras?