Tecno is a brand that serves just two areas (Africa and South Asia) but it is still one of the biggest players in the smartphone market as it belongs to the Transsion Holdings group and it sells a lot of devices. The latest handsets launched by Tecno are the Tecno Camon 17 and the Camon 17 Pro. Two devices belonging to the budget segment which, despite being two variants of the same lineup, have a lot of differences. This comparison will help you to understand which differences are we talking about and which phone should you choose depending on your actual needs. If you are interested, go ahead with the specs comparison between Tecno Camon 17 and Camon 17 Pro.
Tecno Camon 17 vs Tecno Camon 17 Pro
| Tecno Camon 17 | Tecno Camon 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | 164.5 x 76.5 x 9 mm | 168.9 x 77 x 9 mm, 201 grams |
| DISPLAY | 6.6 inches, 720 x 1600p (HD+), 266 ppi, IPS LCD | 6.8 inches, 1080 x 2460p (Full HD+), IPS LCD |
| PROCESSOR | Mediatek Helio G85, octa-core 2 GHz | Mediatek Helio G95, octa-core 2.05 GHz |
| MEMORY | 4 GB RAM, 128 GB – 6 GB RAM, 128 GB | 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB – micro SD dedicated slot |
| SOFTWARE | Android 11, HiOS | Android 11, HiOS |
| CONNECTIVITY | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, GPS | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS |
| CAMERA | Triple 48 + 2 MP 16 MP front camera |
Quad 64 + 8 + 2 + 2 MP, f/1.8 + f/2.3 + f/2.4 + f/2.4 48 MP f/2.2 front camera |
| BATTERY | 5000 mAh, fast charging 18W | 5000 mAh, fast charging 33W |
| ADDITIONAL FEATURES | Dual SIM slot | Dual SIM slot |
Design
First of all, Tecno Camon 17 and Camon 17 Pro differ in their design. I personally prefer the vanilla version (despite it is more affordable) because it is more compact and it has a less invasive camera module. Another important difference is the punch hole which is placed on the top left corner in the vanilla version and at the center in the Pro version. On the other hand, Tecno Camon 17 Pro has a fingerprint reader in a better position: it is side-mounted instead of rear-mounted. On both the phones, the power key, and the volume keys are placed on the right side. The handsets are built with polycarbonate like most of the budget phones out there.
Display
The display is one of the most important differences between Tecno Camon 17 and Camon 17 Pro. On the Pro variant, there is a wider panel with a diagonal of 6.8 inches, while the vanilla version has just 6.6 inches. Even the resolution is different: HD+ with 720p on the former and Full HD+ with 1080p on the latter. Both the phones come with an IPS panel sporting a 90 Hz refresh rate, but the Pro variant has slightly higher brightness, so it is more visible under sunlight. It also comes with a higher screen to body ratio.
Specs & Software
Unfortunately, none of these devices supports the 5G connectivity, but this is an advantage for those who want to save money as these phones are very affordable. The Tecno Camon 17 is equipped with a MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, 128 GB of internal storage, and up to 6 GB of RAM. With the Tecno Camon 17 Pro, you can get a stronger MediaTek Helio G95 SoC, up to 8 GB of RAM, and a whopping 256 GB of native storage. The Helio G95 is more powerful than Helio G85, but in each case, we are talking about midrange processors. Despite belonging to an inferior segment, the Helio G95 is very close to the Dimensity 800U in terms of performance. The only important difference between Helio G85 and G95 is the 5G support.
Camera
The Tecno Camon 17 has a typical 48 MP triple camera including a 48 MP main sensor and a pair of 2 MP lenses for macros and depth calculation. Tecno Camon 17 Pro is definitely more impressive with a quad camera including a 64 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide sensor, and two additional sensors with 2 MP resolution. But what leaves everyone astonished is the front camera: with a 48 MP resolution, it is definitely one of the most advanced front cameras out there and it is able to provide a very high level of detail.
Battery
The Tecno Camon 17 and the Camon 17 Pro pack the same battery with a capacity of 5000 mAh, but the vanilla version is able to last more on a single charge because its display is smaller and comes with a lower resolution. Both the phones support fast charging, but the Pro variant comes with a faster charging technology (the power is 33W).
Price
The starting price tag of Tecno Camon 17 roughly translates into €160/$190, while Tecno Camon 17 Pro starts from €280/$330. There is a big difference between their prices, but we can tell you the same about their specifications. The Pro variant is another planet and it is superior in almost every aspect, with the exception of the battery life. It has a better display, better cameras, and even better hardware.
Tecno Camon 17 vs Tecno Camon 17 Pro: PRO and CONS
Tecno Camon 17
PRO
- Very affordable
- More compact
- Very long battery life
CONS
- Inferior chipset
- Inferior cameras
Tecno Camon 17 Pro
PRO
- Wider display
- Superior hardware
- Better rear cameras
- Amazing front camera
- Faster charging
- Stereo speakers
CONS
- Price
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