A long road to Kenya
Let’s rewind. The Infinix GT 20 Pro isn’t a new kid on the block — it first launched globally in April 2024. Back then, rumors swirled about a potential US release, which I thought was totally unnecessary. Why? The GT 20 Pro felt tailor-made for markets like Kenya, where affordable gaming phones have a hungry audience.
Fast forward to August 2024, and Infinix Kenya threw us a curveball. In a cheeky move, they hinted that the GT 20 Pro might not come to Kenya unless fans begged for it. As I wrote at the time, Infinix wasn’t closing the door — they were just testing the waters. They asked Kenyans to fill out a form and prove their interest in the device’s 144Hz AMOLED display, 108MP camera, and beefy specs. Apparently, you all made some serious noise, because Infinix Kenya has finally caved.
Pre-order details
Infinix Kenya has made the pre-order process simple and accessible. To reserve your GT 20 Pro:
- Send your payment of Kshs 39,999 via M-PESA to the number 0741609298.
- Forward the M-PESA confirmation message to the same number (0741609298) to complete your pre-order.
In a recent teaser on social media, Infinix Kenya hyped up the launch, stating:
Mko ready for the ultimate gaming phone? In the meantime, you can preorder it via MPESA at ksh. 39,999 na upate FREE GT Buds! Coming Soon🎮#InfinixGT20Pro #OutplayTheRest #OfficialGamingPhone pic.twitter.com/1YaotpECo2
— InfinixKenya (@InfinixKenya) March 6, 2025
The company has yet to announce an official release date, but pre-orders signal that the GT 20 Pro will hit the Kenyan market very soon.
What you’re getting: GT 20 Pro highlights
The GT 20 Pro isn’t new, but its specs still pack a punch in 2025. Here’s what makes it a standout:
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate (4nm, 5G) with a 3.1GHz octa-core CPU, Mali-G610 MC6 GPU, and a Pixelworks X5 Turbo gaming chip for silky-smooth performance.
- Display: A bezel-less 144Hz FHD+ AMOLED screen with 1300-nit brightness and a 94.3% screen-to-body ratio — ideal for gaming and media.
- Design: The futuristic Cyber-Mecha Design comes in Mecha Blue, Mecha Orange, and Mecha Silver, weighing just 194g.
- Audio: Dual JBL-tuned speakers with DTS and Hi-Res support.
- Memory and Storage: Options of 8GB or 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.
- Camera: A 108MP OIS rear camera (Samsung HM6) with two 2MP sensors, plus a 32MP front shooter.
- Battery: 5000mAh with 45W fast charging.
- Software: XOS 14 for GT based on Android 14 — clean, bloatware-free, and optimized for gaming.
The GT 20 Pro’s arrival feels like a victory for Kenyan fans who rallied for it. At Kshs 39,999, it undercuts its original proposed price and throws in free GT Buds to sweeten the deal. Sure, it’s not the shiny new toy of 2025, but its gaming chops — think that 144Hz display and dedicated gaming chip — still make it a contender in the mid-range market.
If you’ve been eyeing the GT 20 Pro since last year, this is your moment. Head to M-PESA, send Kshs 39,999 to 0741609298, and join the pre-order crew. Infinix Kenya listened, and they’ve delivered — now it’s up to you to bring this “ultimate gaming phone” home.
