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Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:6.77 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP

Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
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90%

7.4

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 72% of smartphones
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–²Better than 72%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
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25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.9

Camera

15%

7.4

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

4.9

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–²Better than 73%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
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70%

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30%

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Technical Specifications of smartphone Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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25%

8.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.9

Camera

15%

7.4

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.4

Software

10%

7.4

Connectivity

4%

4.9

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

7.4
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.7
Brand name
Tecno
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate processor which is faster than processors in 74.8% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.1 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.1 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 79.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.6% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 72.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.5% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 82.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.77 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.77 inches which is larger than the screens of 70.8% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.6% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1264x 2780 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1264x2780 px which is higher than that of 82.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
451 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 451 ppi which is higher than that of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
70 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 70 W which is faster than in 78.5% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.4% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
162.7 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162.7 mm which is shorter than 61.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.9% of smartphones.
Width
76.2 mm
This smartphone has a width of 76.2 mm which is wider than 56.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
210 g
This smartphone weighs 210 g which is heavier than 72.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
86,184 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 86,184 cm³ which is smaller than 79.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 2.12x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (70 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    70 W vs 33 W
  • 29.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1264x2780 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1264x2780 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 5.1% better value for money
    Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.71 vs 7.3).
    7.71 vs 7.34
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 29.2% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.1 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 2.33x faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (6400 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    6,400 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.1 GHz & 3x3 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.1 GHz & 3x3 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 60.6% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (4,067 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    4,067 vs 2,533
  • 29.9% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,224 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,224 vs 942
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,200 Ultimate vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Ella-GPT, Ask AI, AI Erase, Social Turbo, Universal Tone, Polar Ace AI Image Processor
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 3 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (4 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    4 vs 1
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1264x2780 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1264x2780 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 14.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (451 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    451 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 51.2% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (998 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    998 nits vs 660 nits
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 0.1 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.77 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 400 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (1400 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    1,400 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.12x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (70 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    70 W vs 33 W
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 5.44x less popular
    Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Tecno Camon 30 Premier (12GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 7% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (210 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    210 g vs 196.2 g

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Verdict

The Tecno Camon 30 Premier 5G (12GB + 512GB) is a camera-focused flagship-tier smartphone featuring a 6.77-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and 1.5K resolution. It is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate chipset and includes a dedicated Sony CXD5622G imaging chip to enhance low-light photography. The device boasts a versatile triple 50MP rear camera system—consisting of a Sony IMX890 main sensor with OIS, a periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and an ultra-wide lens—alongside a 50MP autofocus selfie camera. Its premium build includes an aluminum frame and an eco-leather back with an integrated "Action Dot" notification LED. Key pros include the exceptional all-around camera performance, high-quality LTPO display, generous 512GB storage, and fast 70W wired charging for its 5,000mAh battery. Notable cons include the lack of wireless charging, the absence of an official IP68 rating for water and dust resistance, and the presence of pre-installed bloatware in the HiOS software.

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