Launched in November 2021, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier is an awe-inspiring smartphone, blending advanced specifications and artistic design within a very reasonable pricing range. Available in striking Polar Night and Vast Sky colors, its formidable performance and sleek aesthetics key it a top pick in the competitive smartphone market segment.

Key Specifications

Features	Details
Launch Date	November, 2021
Status	Available
Network	2G / 3G / 4G / LTE
SIM	Dual SIM (nano)
Display Type	AMOLED, 120Hz, 550 nits (typ)
Display Size	6.7 inches (~87.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution	1080 x 2460 pixels, FHD+, 20:9 ratio ~393 ppi density
Protection	—
Operating System	Android 11, HiOS 8
Chipset	MediaTek Helio G96 (12nm)
CPU cores	Octa-core (2×2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
Graphics	Mali-G57 MC2
RAM	8GB LPDDR4X
Internal Memory	256GB UFS 2.1
Card slot	Yes, up to 512GB
Main Camera	64 MP f/1.8 (wide), PDAF, 8 MP f/3.5 (periscope telephoto), PDAF, 5x optical zoom, 12 MP (ultrawide), Gimbal OIS
Camera Features	Quad-LED flash, Panorama, HDR, gyro-EIS
Video	4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
Selfie Camera	32MP (wide), Dual-LED flash
Selfie Resolution	1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker	Yes, DTS Audio
3.5mm Jack	Yes
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, 2.4GHz, 5GHz
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC	Yes
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
IR Port	No
FM Radio	Yes
USB Port	USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go (OTG)
Battery Capacity	4750 mAh
Battery Type	Li-Po (Non-removable)
Charging	33W fast charging (64% in 30 minutes)
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass, ambient
Build	Glass front, Plastic Back, Plastic frame
Dimensions	163.8 x 75.9 x 8.2 mm
Weight	200.6g
Colors	Polar Night, Vast Sky
Price	₱14,690 (8GB / 256GB)

Detailed Overview

Display

The Tecno Camon 18 Premier’s display steals the show with a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen featuring a 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 550 nits. It delivers Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels with a density of ~393 ppi.

Operating System and Performance

The phone operates on Android 11 flavored with HiOS 8. The chipset – MediaTek Helio G96 powers the phone along with an octa-core CPU, providing robust performance. The Mali-G57 MC2 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) takes care of intensive graphics functions.

Memory

With 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and a generous 256GB UFS 2.1 internal storage, the Tecno Camon 18 Premier offers a seamless and lag-free user experience. There’s also a card slot available for further memory expansion up to 512GB if needed.

Cameras

The smartphone comes equipped with a multi-functional rear camera setup, featuring a 64MP wide lens, 8MP periscope telephoto lens for 5x optical zoom, and a 12MP ultrawide lens with Gimbal OIS. The camera system also comes packed with features like Quad-LED flash, HDR, Panorama, and gyro-EIS. For selfies, there’s a sharp 32MP front camera with dual-LED flash.

Audio

Tecno Camon 18 Premier supports DTS audio and comes with loudspeakers for remarkable audio performance. It also features a 3.5mm audio jack for wired headphones.

Connectivity

The smartphone hosts a wide range of connectivity options such as dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and GPS with support for A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, and BDS. The smartphone’s OTG compatibility allows USB Type-C 2.0 functionality.

Battery

Powered by a non-removable Li-Po 4750 mAh battery, the phone supports 33W fast charging that can power it up to 64% in just 30 minutes, keeping you unplugged and entertained for longer.

Other Features

Additional features such as a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, proximity sensor, gyro, compass, and ambient sensor make this smartphone a gem. The phone has a glass front and a plastic back and frame, available in two striking colors, Polar Night and Vast Sky.

Pricing

The Tecno Camon 18 Premier is priced at an attractive ₱14,690 for the 8GB/256GB variant. Its all-around performance paired with its sleek design make it a value-for-money pick in the smartphone market.