Infinix, a trendy tech brand for young consumers, is excited to announce the launch of Season 3 of the Infinix Esports Tournament, in partnership with Honor of Kings (HOK) and MediaTek. This tournament aims to elevate the Malaysian esports scene by providing a platform for university-level talent to compete for a substantial prize pool of RM 10,000.
The tournament will kick off with online qualifiers scheduled from November 18th to 21st, 2024. These qualifiers will be streamed live on the official TikTok and Facebook pages of Infinix and Honor of Kings. The exhilarating Final Playoffs will take place on December 17th, 2024, where the top university teams in Malaysia will battle for the title of Champion of the Infinix Esports Tournament Season 3.
Featuring the Infinix GT 20 Pro, a Dual-Chip Gaming Beast powered by the Dimensity 8200 Ultimate 4nm 5G Processor and equipped with the Pixelworks X5 Turbo Gaming Display Chip, the tournament promises lag-free gameplay even in high-stakes esports matches. The device’s high-refresh-rate display and extended battery life make it a favorite among gaming enthusiasts, ensuring smooth and immersive gameplay at every level.
Wai Kiat Hong, Marketing Director of Infinix Malaysia, expressed enthusiasm for the return of the tournament, stating, “The response to the GT 20 Pro has been incredible, and we look forward to seeing its gaming performance elevate this season’s competition. Esports represents more than just gaming; it’s a platform for youth empowerment, fostering skills in teamwork, strategic thinking, and leadership. With our continued partnership with university esports clubs, we hope to inspire even more young talents in Malaysia to reach new heights in esports.”
Eugene Chin, Country Manager of Level Infinite Malaysia, highlighted Malaysia’s status as an esports hotspot, referencing the recent HOK Championship 2024 victory by Black Shrew Esports. “The partnership with Infinix represents our joint commitment to empower the next generation of talent to pursue their dreams,” he said.
In a related development, Infinix has established a cutting-edge game research laboratory in collaboration with Honor of Kings and MediaTek, aimed at driving innovation in mobile gaming technology, optimizing game performance, and exploring AI-powered gaming innovations for players in emerging smartphone markets.
For this season, eight prominent university esports clubs from across Malaysia have joined forces with Infinix to host mini-tournaments to select their best teams to represent their institutions. Each university club will field two teams, resulting in a total of 16 teams competing in the online qualifiers, with the top four teams advancing to the playoffs for a shot at the championship title.
Participating university esports clubs include:
| NO | UNIVERSITY | ESPORTS CLUB |
| 1 | Management & Science University (MSU) Shah Alam | MSU Esports Club |
| 2 | Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) | USM Esports Club |
| 3 | International Islamic University Malaysia | IIUM Esports Club |
| 4 | Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) | Kelab Esport UiTM Shah Alam |
| 5 | University Kuala Lumpur Business School | Beast Esports Club |
| 6 | Asia Pacific University (APU) | APU Esport Club |
| 7 | Multimedia University (MMU) Cyberjaya | MMU eSports |
| 8 | Universiti Tun Abdul Razak | URniverse Esport Club |
Empowering the Future of Malaysian Esports
The Infinix Esports Tournament Season 3 is more than just a competition; it symbolizes a commitment to advancing Malaysian esports. By collaborating with university esports clubs, Infinix is dedicated to nurturing a supportive gaming ecosystem that allows emerging talent to thrive. This season will showcase not only exciting matchups and strategies for fans and players alike but also underscore esports’ role at the forefront of mobile gaming innovation, with the GT 20 Pro as the ultimate gaming tool.
Esports enthusiasts, Honor of Kings fans, and aspiring gamers can look forward to intense matchups by watching the live streams of the online qualifiers on Infinix’s official TikTok and Facebook pages, as well as on Honor of Kings’ official TikTok and Facebook pages.
For those ready to enhance their gaming experience, the Infinix GT 20 Pro is available now in Mecha Blue, Mecha Orange, and Mecha Silver for only RM1,299, with a 12+256GB memory configuration, at Infinix Official Stores on Lazada, Shopee, TikTok Shop, or through authorised dealers.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on Infinix Esports Tournament Season 3 through Infinix’s official website and social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to witness the future of Malaysian esports in action.
