Tecno Camon smartphone (Camon series) are well known for their outstanding camera quality, and I can tell you with all confidence that smartphones in this series are the best offers you’ll get on a budget for good camera.
The latest iteration of smartphones in the Tecno Camon series didn’t disappoint – offering stellar camera performance. They include the Tecno Camon 17, Camon 17p and the Camon 17 Pro.
While we know of the outstanding camera quality on the Camon 17 Series, it is important to compare them side-by-side; looking at their other individual specs and features.
Camon 17
The regular Camon 17 comes with an upgrade to its processor. The Helio G85 CPU replaces the MediaTek Helio P35 Chip used in its predecessor, the regular Camon 16. Coupled with that is a 4GB RAM and 128GB Internal storage, and then there is the 5000mAh battery which should keep you on for a full day.
For the camera department, the Camon 17 comes with a triple 48-megapixel main camera, a QVGA depth shooter, and a dedicated AI lens setup which features Beauty mode, Portrait mode, and Super Night mode. Its front-facing camera is a single 8-mega-pixel camera with dual flash.
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Camon 17p
The Camon 17p runs on the same chipset as the regular Cmaon 17 – the Helio G85 CPU. But it is backed by a larger 6GB of RAM and a 128GB of Internal storage space.
It features a 64 mega-pixel quad rear camera setup with quad flash, as well as a 16 mega-pixel front facing camera with dual flash. This device is powered by a 5000mAh battery and is supported by an 18w flash charger.
Camon 17 Pro
The Camon 17 Pro is the premium variant of the Camon 17 series. And as expect, it’s specs and features are premium as well. It comes with a massive 8GB RAM and 256GB Internal storage space. It runs on the Helio G95 processor.
The camera specification is mind-blowing. It’s front-facing camera is a 48 mega-pixel with dual flash, and a 64 mega-pixel quad rear camera setup with quad flash.
It also has its finger print sensor mounted on the side of the device, and not on the rear.
Tecno Camon 17 vs 17p vs 17pro: Specs Comparison
| TECNO Camon 17 | TECNO Camon 17p | TECNO Camon 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.6 inches, IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate | 6.8 inch, Full HD +Dot-in Display 1080 x 2460 resolution | 6.8 inch, Full HD +Dot-in Display 1080 x 2460 resolution |
| Rear Camera | 48-megapixel main sensor, a QVGA depth shooter, and a dedicated AI lens | Quad Setup: 64MP Quad Rear Camera with Quad Flash | Quad Setup: 64MP Quad Rear Camera with Quad Flash |
| Front Camera | 8MP punch-hole camera with dual flash | 16MP front camera with dual flash | 48MP front camera with dual flash |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 Octa-core | MediaTek Helio G95 Octa-core |
| RAM | 4GB RAM | 6GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 64GB (Expandable via microSD card) | 128GB (Expandable via microSD card) | 256GB |
| Operating System | Android 11 HiOS 7.6 | Android 11 HiOS 7.6 | Android 11 HiOS 7.6 |
| Battery | 5000mAh with 18W Fast Charging | 5000mAh with 18W Fast Charging | 5000mAh with 25W Fast Charging |
| Network | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot Bluetooth 5.0 GPS micro-USB 2.0, USB On-The-Go 3.5mm audio jack | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot Bluetooth 5.0 GPS USB-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go 3.5mm audio jack | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot Bluetooth 5.0 GPS USB-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go 3.5mm audio jack |
| Others | Rear Fingerprint Scanner | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor |
| Price | $164 | $215 | $277 |
In conclusion, while the Tecno Camon 17 and Camon 17p all carry decent features and specs, and will give you value for money, the Camon 17 Pro is the one with maxed out specifications. It has the FULL HD display, a 48 mega-pixel selfie camera, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of Internal storage, and a 25w fast charger to support the 5000mAh battery.
