If you grew up with a poster of a red sports car on your bedroom wall, chances are Pininfarina designed it. For over 60 years, the Turin-based design house was the pen behind the sword of Ferrari. They gave us the razor-sharp side strakes of the Testarossa, the raw aggression of the F40, and the fluid beauty of the 458 Italia. They defined the aesthetic of speed.
But in 2012, Ferrari took their design in-house, leaving Pininfarina to evolve. They did not stop innovating; they just expanded their canvas. From luxury yachts to high-end architecture and even electric hypercars, they proved that “Italian Design” isn’t just about engines, it is about emotion.
Now, that emotion is coming into the palm of your hand. In a move that has the tech world buzzing, Infinix has announced a strategic partnership with Pininfarina, and their first creation, the Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra, is ready to redefine what a mid-range flagship can look like.
The evolution of a design legend
To understand why this phone matters, you must respect its heritage. Pininfarina is not just a brand; it is an institution.
After shifting away from exclusive automotive work, Pininfarina began applying its philosophy of “Elegance, Purity, and Innovation” to consumer electronics. We saw glimpses of this with their sharp, metallic designs for Sharp’s audio lineups and sleek computer peripherals. They excel at transforming functional objects into aerodynamic designs.
Infinix, a brand previously known for aggressive, gamer-centric aesthetics (and a brief stint with BMW DesignWorks), is now maturing. They aren’t just looking for a racing stripe anymore; they are looking for a sculpture.
Enter the Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra
Announced freshly at Business of Design Week 2025, this partnership is centered around the upcoming NOTE 60 Ultra. While Infinix has kept the device under a literal veil in teasers, industry leaks, and “legendary curve” marketing suggest a device that mimics the wind-tunnel fluidity of a Grand Tourer.
Expect a departure from the boxy, sharp edges dominating the Android market. The NOTE 60 Ultra is rumored to feature a curved metallic chassis and a “glossy silver” finish that pays homage to classic automotive paintwork.
Under the hood: The leaked specs
A Pininfarina body needs an engine to match. You would not put a lawnmower engine in a Ferrari, and Infinix is not skimping here. Based on high-confidence leaks and supply chain chatter, here is the technical breakdown of the beast waiting inside that beautiful chassis.
The engine: MediaTek Dimensity 8500
This is the big news for silicon nerds. The NOTE 60 Ultra is tipped to be one of the global debuts for the MediaTek Dimensity 8500, although we would like to see it with the MediaTek Dimensity 9500.
- The power: Early benchmarks suggest an AnTuTu score of ~2.2 million.
- The context: This places it firmly in “Sub-Flagship” territory, snapping at the heels of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 but at a much more aggressive price point. It is a performance monster capable of high-fidelity gaming without breaking a sweat.
The dashboard: 1.5K AMOLED display
- Size: 6.78-inch curved AMOLED.
- Refresh rate: 144Hz. This is crucial. Pininfarina is about flow, and a high refresh rate ensures the UI moves as smoothly as the body looks.
- Resolution: 1.5K (likely 1224 x 2720), offering a crispness that exceeds standard 1080p panels.
Photography and power
- Main camera: A massive 108MP or 200MP primary sensor with OIS (Optical Image Stabilization).
- Ultrawide/telephoto: Triple camera setup, though specifics on the zoom capabilities remain under wraps.
- Battery: A 5,500mAh cell.
- Charging: True to Infinix’s DNA, expect 100W+ Wired Charging and potentially Wireless MagCharge support.
Why this partnership wins
We have seen car collaborations before. Sometimes they are lazy (looking at you, simple logo slaps). But Infinix seems to be letting Pininfarina actually design the phone, not just brand it.
This is a massive play for “Premiumization.” Infinix is telling the world they are no longer just the “budget gaming” option. By hiring the designers of the Ferrari Enzo, they are making a statement: Technology should be beautiful.
The Infinix NOTE 60 Ultra is expected to launch globally between December 2025 and January 2026.
