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| See the Infinix Note 60 Pro design, key features, and expected price range before buying in Nigeria. |
Infinix Note 60 Pro: The Phone With a Second Screen on Its Back
The Infinix Note 60 Pro's defining feature isn't its Snapdragon chip or its camera — it's the Active Matrix Display, a small secondary screen built into the rear camera housing that shows notifications, charging status, "pixel pet" animations and even mini games. It's the kind of feature Infinix borrowed from the Nothing Phone line, and whether it wins you over will shape how you feel about this phone more than any spec on the sheet.
The Active Matrix Display, Explained
Reviewers describe it as 288 independently lit points arranged around the camera module, controllable through a "Matrix Studio" menu in settings. In daily use it can:
- - Flash a notification light for calls, charging or messages
- - Show your battery percentage while charging
- - Display a small animated "pixel pet" that reacts over time
- - Run two built-in mini games, Star Blast and Dot Dash
None of this is essential to a phone. Several reviewers called it fun but ultimately a novelty they didn't use much after the first week. If a gimmick like this doesn't interest you, the rest of the phone still stands on its own as a solid mid-ranger — just don't buy it expecting the rear display to change how you use your phone day to day.
What the Rest of the Phone Offers
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.78" AMOLED, 144Hz, Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 |
| RAM / storage | Up to 12GB / 256GB |
| Rear camera | 50MP OIS main + 8MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 13MP |
| Battery | 6,500mAh, 90W wired + 30W wireless charging |
| Cooling | 3D IceCore vapour chamber, 4,758mm² |
| Software | XOS 16 on Android 16 |
| Water resistance | IP64 (splash only) |
How It Performs in Practice
Reviewers who put the phone through real use reported roughly 7.5 hours of screen-on time in mixed daily use (5G, social apps, video, gaming and photos). Charging is genuinely fast: 0–100% in around 40 minutes with the included 90W charger, and a quick top-up of 15 minutes adds hours of use.
For gaming, Call of Duty: Mobile ran at 120fps on low-to-ultra settings and BGMI at 90fps without the phone overheating, thanks to the vapour chamber cooling. Genshin Impact is a different story — testers saw frame drops at high settings, so treat this as a phone for competitive and casual mobile games rather than the heaviest 3D titles.
Where It Falls Short
- - IP64 water resistance only protects against light splashes, while some rivals in this price range now offer IP68 or IP69 protection
- - Camera is dependable rather than exceptional — good enough for everyday photos, but reviewers consistently note it doesn't stand out against similarly priced competitors
- - Button placement sits low on the frame for some users, leading to accidental presses
- - Infinix's claim of a "six-year battery lifespan" through its Battery Self-Healing Tech has not been independently verified by reviewers as of this writing — treat it as a manufacturer claim, not a confirmed result
Note 60 Pro vs. Its Closest Rivals
Reviewers most often compare the Note 60 Pro against the Nothing Phone (4a), which has the stronger camera setup, and the Vivo T5 Pro, which offers better battery endurance. If the Active Matrix Display and fast charging matter more to you than best-in-class cameras, the Note 60 Pro holds its own against both.
Price in Nigeria
| Configuration | Approximate price |
|---|---|
| Base RAM/storage | From roughly ₦556,800 |
| Higher RAM/storage | Up to roughly ₦620,000 |
Prices move between retailers and over time, so check current listings on Jumia's official Infinix store or an authorised Infinix Experience Store before buying.
Who Should Buy the Note 60 Pro
- - Buyers who want fast wired and wireless charging without flagship pricing
- - Competitive mobile gamers who mostly play titles like COD Mobile or BGMI rather than the heaviest 3D games
- - Anyone genuinely drawn to the novelty of a functional second screen
If none of that appeals and you'd rather have a slimmer, cheaper Infinix with a simpler feature set, the Hot 60 Pro+ is worth comparing before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Active Matrix Display on the Note 60 Pro?
A small secondary screen built into the rear camera housing using 288 LEDs, showing notifications, charging status, and simple animations or mini games.
How is gaming performance on the Note 60 Pro?
Strong for competitive titles like COD Mobile and BGMI; heavier 3D games like Genshin Impact can drop frames at high settings.
Is the Note 60 Pro waterproof?
It carries an IP64 rating, meaning it can handle light splashes but not submersion.
How much does the Note 60 Pro cost in Nigeria?
Roughly ₦556,800 to ₦620,000 depending on configuration and retailer.
Conclusion
The Note 60 Pro earns its "Pro" name through fast charging, capable gaming performance and a genuinely different rear-display gimmick, even if its camera and water resistance don't lead the segment. Decide first whether the Active Matrix Display appeals to you at all — everything else about the phone is a solid, if unremarkable, mid-ranger.
