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.