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Tecno Camon 20 Pro

Tecno Camon 20 Pro
Tecno Camon 20 Pro
Tecno Camon 20 Pro
Tecno Camon 20 Pro
Tecno Camon 20 Pro
Tecno Camon 20 Pro
R2,800
SKU: 3453
Brand: Tecno
Category: Mobiles
Available
  • CPU: Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Storage: 256GB
  • Display: AMOLED, 120Hz
  • Camera: 64MP
  • OS: Android 13, HIOS 13

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

6.5
  • Display 6 / 10
  • Camera 7 / 10
  • Performance 6 / 10
  • Battery 7 / 10

PROS

  1. Best features under budget.
  2. 5000mAh Li-polymer battery.
  3. AMOLED with high resolution.
  4. Good Performance.

CONS

  1. No MicroSD slot

The Tecno Camon 20 Pro is a stylish mid-range smartphone that gained popularity for its unique geometric design and focus on camera performance. In South Africa, it is widely accessible, with pricing starting at approximately ZAR 2,800, depending on current retailer promotions and specific memory configurations.

Key Features and Highlights

  • Imaging Capabilities: The device is built with a focus on photography, featuring a 64MP main sensor that utilizes RGBW technology to improve light sensitivity, making it effective for low-light photography. It also includes a 32MP front-facing camera with dual-flash, catering to users who prioritize high-quality selfie content.

  • Performance: It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G99 processor. This chipset is highly regarded for its power efficiency and reliable performance, making it a solid choice for daily multitasking, social media navigation, and casual gaming.

  • Design: One of the Camon 20 Pro’s standout elements is its “CAMON Puzzle” design, which uses a 3D textured back to create a distinct, modern look. The device also features an under-display fingerprint sensor, adding to its sleek aesthetic.

  • Display: It features a 6.67-inch AMOLED display, which delivers vibrant colors and deep blacks. The display is bright and clear, providing a high-quality visual experience for streaming and browsing.

  • Battery and Charging: The 5000mAh battery ensures full-day usage for most users, supported by 33W fast charging to minimize time spent plugged into a wall outlet.

Availability in South Africa

The Tecno Camon 20 Pro enjoys broad availability across major South African retail and cellular channels. Because it is a popular model, you can often find competitive pricing and trade-in offers at the following locations:

  • Major Retailers: Takealot, HiFi Corp, Foschini, Makro, Mr Price, Game, PEP, and Ackermans.

  • Cellular and Tech Specialists: Cellucity, 4U, MTN, and Chatz Connect.

  • Online Platforms: Hi Online and various authorized mobile partner stores.

Purchasing Tips

  • Check for Variants: Keep in mind that there may be both 4G and 5G variants of the Camon 20 series available. The Pro 5G model often carries a higher price point than the standard 4G Pro model, so verify the specifications on the box or product page to ensure you are getting the version you expect.

  • Promotion Hunting: Since this device is sold through many mass-market retailers like PEP, Ackermans, and Game, it is frequently included in seasonal sales or “end-of-month” specials. It is worth checking the current leaflets or websites of these retailers before finalizing a purchase.

Would you like me to help you find the current status of these retailers’ websites, or are you interested in a comparison between the Camon 20 Pro and a newer model in the Tecno lineup?

Full Specifications

General

Brand Tecno
Model Tecno Camon 20 Pro
Announced 09 May, 2023
Released 09 May, 2023
Status Available
Price ZAR 2,800

Design

Type Design Type called form factor refers to a mobile phone's size, shape, and style as well as the layout and position of major components of phone. There are three major form factors seen in mobile phones => bar phones, folding phones and sliding phones. Bar
Dimensions 163.4 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm (6.43 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
Colors Predawn Black, Serenity Blue

Network

2G Network
3G Network
4G Network
5G Network
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)

Display

Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) AMOLED, 120Hz
Size 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)

Media

Audio Playback
Video Playback
FM Radio Yes
Ring Tones
Loudspeaker

Camera

Main Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. 64 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/1.7", 0.8µm, PDAF
2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
QVGA
Camera Features Dual-LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps
Selfie Camera 32 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Camera Features Dual-LED flash
Video 1080p@30fps

Software

Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. Android 13
User Interface UI or user interface of a device is the look and feel of the on-screen menu system. How it works, its color scheme, how it responds to button presses, all of these things are part of the user interface. HIOS 13

Hardware

Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. Mali-G57 MC2
RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. 8GB
Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. 256GB
Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. Unspecified
Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Connectivity

Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. Yes
Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. Yes
Wi-fi Hotspot
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Positioning GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. GPS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. 33W wired

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  • Usability of Camera interface, image and video quality in different light conditions and environment.
    5
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    5
  • What about battery life, while calling, listening music, watching videos, playing games and doing other tasks.
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