Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 Update

Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 Update has officially started rolling out for the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G (X6851). The latest software is based on Android 16 and brings several new AI features, smoother animations, better gaming performance, improved security, and camera upgrades.

The new firmware version is X6851-16.3.0.130SP08(OP003PF001AZ). If you own the Infinix Note 40 Pro 5G, here’s everything you need to know about the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 update release date, download process, and new features.

Infinix Note 40 Pro 5G XOS 16 Update Details

Category	Details
Device	Infinix NOTE 40 Pro+ 5G (Global – OP Market)
Update Title	Tcard_X6851B-16.3.0.130SP09-OP003PF001AZ_a15
Build Version	X6851B-16.3.0.130SP09 (OP003PF001AZ)
Android Version	Android 16 (Upgraded from Android 15)
OS Version	XOS 16.3.0 (Upgraded from XOS 15.1.2)
Update Size	8810.9 MB (~8.8 GB)
Build Date	03 July 2026 (CST)
Fingerprint	Infinix/X6851B-OP/Infinix-X6851B:16/BP2A.250605.031.A3/301300006:user/release-keys

What’s New in the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 Update?

The latest update upgrades the phone from Android 15 (XOS 15.1.2) to Android 16 with XOS 16.3.0. Along with Google’s latest Android version, Infinix has added useful AI tools, better privacy, smoother performance, and a refreshed design.

Android Version

1. Upgraded from Android 15 to Android 16 for enhanced security, more features, and a better user experience.

OS Version

1. Upgraded from XOS 15.1.2 to XOS16.3.0 for a smarter user interface and a refreshed look for your device.

AI

1. System AI Capabilities.
2. Calendar now features AI Class Timetable, supporting timetable image uploads or direct photo capture for intelligent recognition and quick timetable generation. It also includes class reminders to help you manage your study schedule more efficiently.
3. Added Email Assistant for AI Writing. Designed for email scenarios, it lets you create emails with one tap, intelligently refines content, and provides smart, context-based reply suggestions to improve email communication efficiency.
4. AI Search: More powerful search now supports fuzzy search, smart auto-complement, cross-language search, and natural language understanding, making input simpler and more efficient.

Lock Screen

1. Personalized editing goes beyond simply changing wallpapers with a complete customization framework, supporting custom clocks, depth effects, wallpaper extension, and more on the lock screen—making every lock screen combination unique.
2. AOD continuity: Support custom AOD system styles or seamless continuation from the lock screen, for a smooth transition between AOD and the lock screen.

Home Screen

1. Depth Effect Wallpapers: Added the Depth-Effect Homescreen feature that lets you enable a depth effect with uploaded portrait wallpapers or built-in wallpapers, giving the home screen a more layered look.
2. Optimized animations for unlocking the home screen and app launch/exit transitions.

Gaming

1. All-Scenario Bypass Charging: Supported all play-while-charging scenarios such as gaming, live streaming, and navigation, significantly reducing heat and maintaining a smooth experience.

Security & Privacy

1. Payment Protection: When you launch financial apps, the system scans for security risks in real time to help protect your payments.
2. Unlock Security Protection: When changing the lock screen password, fingerprint, or face data, privacy password verification is required.
3. Privacy Password: A single privacy password supports multiple privacy features, and it can be reset.
4. Dual System: Optimized cross-system data sharing. Sync capabilities now cover contacts and system settings, making switching between systems more seamless and consistent.

Cloud Service

1. Fully upgraded cloud services with support for more data types and features.
   System

Performance

1. Introduced a new fast-response animation framework to comprehensively improve app launch speed and ensure smooth, responsive interactions when switching between multiple apps.
2. Optimized adaptive scheduling by reducing kernel lock contention and internal queuing, effectively lowering resource wait times and significantly improving smoothness in heavy-load scenarios.
3. Streamlined system services and rearchitected core services to reduce power consumption, boost performance, extend battery life, and deliver smoother operation.

Control Center & Notification Center

1. Optimized the layout and visual presentation of Notification Center and Control Center with an all-new superfluid design and smoother animations for a more refined look.
2. Added seamless status bar transition animations when bringing up Notification Center or Control Center for smoother visuals.

Live Photo Wallpapers

1. Supported setting live photos as live wallpapers to bring vivid moments back to life. Optimized the memory recycling strategy to boost app loading speed.
2. Added priority scheduling for key tasks to enhance the system running smoothness under high CPU loads.

Camera

1. Upgraded to UI 5.0 to improve the user experience.
2. Optimized QR code scanning for higher accuracy and a better user experience.
3. The Portrait mode now offers multiple focal length options, making multi-focal-length shooting more convenient.
4. .Added the Vlog mode to make video shooting more fun and creative.

How to Download the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 Update

To install the latest update:

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap System.
3. Select Software Update.
4. Tap Check for Updates.
5. Download and install the OTA update.

Before updating, make sure your phone has at least 50% battery or connect it to a charger.

Should You Install the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 Update?

Yes. If the update is available for your device, it is recommended to install it. Besides Android 16, you get smarter AI features, better gaming performance, stronger security, improved battery optimization, smoother animations, and an upgraded camera experience.

FAQs

Is the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 update released?

Yes. The Infinix Note 40 plus 5G XOS 16 update officially started rolling out start on July mont.

What is the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 update release date?

The official release date is July to September but there is no perticular date.

When will the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G XOS 16 update arrive in India?

The rollout is happening in phases. Indian users may receive the OTA update over the next few days or weeks.

How do I download the Infinix Note 40 Pro 5G XOS 16 update?

Go to Settings → System → Software Update → Check for Updates and install the OTA package if available.

Is the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G Android 16 update available?

Yes. Android 16 is now rolling out for the Infinix Note 40 Pro plus 5G with XOS 16.3.0.

What are the main features of the Infinix Note 40 Pro 5G XOS 16 update?

The update includes AI Class Timetable, AI Email Assistant, AI Search, Depth Effect Wallpapers, Camera UI 5.0, Vlog Mode, Live Photo Wallpapers, Bypass Charging, Payment Protection, smoother animations, better battery optimization, and Android 16.