Tecno Camon 40 Premier 5G

Name: Tecno Camon 40 Premier 5G
Brand: Tecno
SKU: 1963

Manufacturer: Tecno

The Tecno Camon 40 Premier 5G is a 5G smartphone built around a 6.67″ OLED panel that runs at a 144Hz refresh rate with a pixel density of 460 ppi and Always-On Display support. Protected by Gorilla Glass 7i and rated IP68 for water resistance, the device measures 7.7 mm thick and weighs 193 g, giving it a relatively slim and manageable profile. It ships with Android 15 and a curved display, and supports HDR10 content alongside a broad set of privacy and customization options out of the box.

Under the hood sits a MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset built on a 4 nm process, paired with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM running at 8533 MHz and 256 GB of internal storage. The AnTuTu score reaches 1,380,000, while Geekbench 6 records 1,536 single-core and 4,700 multi-core results. Photography is handled by a triple rear camera array, each sensor at 50 MP, covering focal lengths from 14 mm to 70 mm with 3x optical zoom and OIS, plus a 50 MP front camera. The 5,100 mAh battery supports 70W wired fast charging, and connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E, NFC, Bluetooth, 5G, and dual SIM support.

Pros

IP68 water resistance provides reliable protection against submersion without adding a rugged bulk to the 7.7 mm slim frame
The triple 50 MP rear camera system covers a 14 mm to 70 mm focal range with 3x optical zoom, OIS, and a full set of manual controls including RAW capture
A 144Hz OLED display with 460 ppi pixel density and Always-On Display support makes for a smooth and consistently readable screen
The 5100 mAh battery paired with 70W wired fast charging offers a substantial capacity with reasonably quick replenishment
Wi-Fi 6E, 5G, NFC, dual SIM support, and Galileo-compatible GPS cover a wide range of connectivity needs in a single device
On-device machine learning, offline voice recognition, and a broad set of privacy controls give users meaningful local processing and data management options

Cons

No wireless charging support limits flexibility when a cable is not available
The absence of a 3.5 mm headphone jack requires an adapter or wireless headphones for wired audio
USB 2.0 is notably slow for a device with 256 GB of internal storage, making wired data transfers time-consuming
No external memory slot means storage is fixed at 256 GB with no option to expand it
HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are not supported on the display, limiting compatibility with some high-dynamic-range content

Who is this for?

This smartphone is well-suited to users who prioritize camera versatility, as the triple 50 MP rear system with OIS, 3x optical zoom, RAW capture, and a full manual control set supports everything from wide-angle to telephoto shooting with a high degree of creative control. The IP68 water resistance and 193 g weight make it a practical daily carry for users who work or spend time in environments where exposure to water or the elements is a real concern. Those who consume a lot of media will find the 144Hz OLED display with HDR10 support and stereo speakers well-matched to their habits, while users who value battery endurance alongside quick top-ups will appreciate the 5100 mAh capacity paired with 70W wired fast charging. The broad software feature set — including split-screen, PiP, on-device machine learning, and extensive privacy controls — also makes it a reasonable fit for users who want a capable, customizable Android 15 experience.

Who is this NOT for?

Users who rely on wireless charging as part of their daily routine will find this device limiting, as it supports only wired charging. Those who regularly transfer large files between their phone and a computer may be frustrated by the USB 2.0 interface, which significantly caps wired data transfer speeds despite the 256 GB onboard storage. The device is also not well-suited to users who require expandable storage, since there is no external memory slot and capacity is fixed. Additionally, users invested in Dolby Vision or HDR10+ content ecosystems — whether for streaming or recording — will find that neither format is supported on the display or in video capture, making this a less appealing choice for that specific workflow.

Design:

water resistance	Waterproof
weight	193 g
thickness	7.7 mm
width	75 mm
height	161 mm
volume	92.9775 cm³
Ingress Protection (IP) rating	IP68
has a rugged build	✕
can be folded	✕

The Tecno Camon 40 Premier 5G has a non-folding, non-rugged design that measures 161 mm tall, 75 mm wide, and 7.7 mm thick, with a total volume of 92.9775 cm³ and a weight of 193 g. It carries an IP68 ingress protection rating, classifying it as waterproof and capable of withstanding submersion under defined conditions.

Display:

Display type	OLED/AMOLED
screen size	6.67"
pixel density	460 ppi
resolution	1260 x 2800 px
refresh rate	144Hz
has branded damage-resistant glass	✓
Gorilla Glass version	Gorilla Glass 7i
supports HDR10	✓
supports HDR10+	✕
Always-On Display	✓
supports Dolby Vision	✕
Has a secondary screen	✕
has a touch screen	✓

The display is a touchscreen OLED/AMOLED panel measuring 6.67″ with a resolution of 1260 x 2800 px and a pixel density of 460 ppi. It supports a 144Hz refresh rate and is protected by Gorilla Glass 7i. HDR10 content is supported, though HDR10+ and Dolby Vision are not, and the Always-On Display feature is available. There is no secondary screen on this device.

Performance:

internal storage	256GB
RAM	12GB
AnTuTu benchmark score	1380000
Chipset (SoC) name	MediaTek Dimensity 8350
GPU name	Mali G615 MC6
CPU speed	1 x 3.35 & 3 x 3.2 & 4 x 2.2 GHz
Geekbench 6 result (multi)	4700
Geekbench 6 result (single)	1536
GPU clock speed	1400 MHz
Has integrated LTE	✓
RAM speed	8533 MHz
semiconductor size	4 nm
Supports 64-bit	✓
DirectX version	DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics	✓
Uses big.LITTLE technology	✓
CPU threads	8 threads
Has NX bit	✓
Uses HMP	✓
Has TrustZone	✓
maximum memory bandwidth	68.2 GB/s
OpenCL version	2
memory channels	4
maximum memory amount	24GB
DDR memory version	5
L3 core	4 MB/core
L3 cache	4 MB

The device is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, built on a 4 nm process with an 8-thread CPU configuration running at speeds of 1 x 3.35, 3 x 3.2, and 4 x 2.2 GHz using big.LITTLE and HMP technologies. Graphics are handled by the Mali G615 MC6 GPU clocked at 1400 MHz, with support for integrated graphics, DirectX 12, and OpenCL 2. The chip includes integrated LTE, TrustZone, and an NX bit for security. Paired with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM running at 8533 MHz across 4 memory channels, the maximum supported memory amount reaches 24 GB with a peak bandwidth of 68.2 GB/s, while internal storage stands at 256 GB. The 4 MB L3 cache and 4 MB/core L3 configuration complement an AnTuTu score of 1,380,000, alongside Geekbench 6 results of 1,536 single-core and 4,700 multi-core, all on a fully 64-bit capable platform.

Cameras:

megapixels (main camera)	50 & 50 & 50 MP
wide aperture (main camera)	1.9 & 2.2 & 2.2f
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera	✓
megapixels (front camera)	50MP
has built-in optical image stabilization	✓
video recording (main camera)	2160 x 60 fps
Has a dual-tone LED flash	✕
number of flash LEDs	2
has a BSI sensor	✕
has a CMOS sensor	✓
has continuous autofocus when recording movies	✓
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos	✓
supports slow-motion video recording	✓
has a built-in HDR mode	✓
has manual exposure	✓
has a flash	✓
optical zoom	3x
has manual ISO	✓
has a serial shot mode	✓
has manual focus	✓
has a front camera	✓
Has laser autofocus	✕
Shoots 360° panorama	✕
has manual white balance	✓
shoots raw	✓
has touch autofocus	✓
has manual shutter speed	✓
can create panoramas in-camera	✓
wide aperture (front camera)	2.5f
Has timelapse function	✓
minimum focal length	14 mm
maximum focal length	70 mm
Has a front-facing LED flash	✕
has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera	✕
supports HDR10 recording	✕
supports Dolby Vision recording	✕
has a front-facing camera under the display	✕
Has a RGB LED flash	✕
has 3D photo/video recording capabilities	✕

The main camera system uses three lenses, each at 50 MP, with apertures of f/1.9, f/2.2, and f/2.2, covering a focal range from 14 mm to 70 mm and offering 3x optical zoom. Autofocus options include phase-detection and touch autofocus as well as continuous autofocus during video recording, though laser autofocus is not present. The CMOS sensors support OIS, HDR mode, RAW capture, burst mode, panorama, timelapse, slow-motion video, and a full suite of manual controls including exposure, ISO, shutter speed, white balance, and focus. Video can be recorded at up to 2160p at 60 fps, though HDR10 and Dolby Vision recording are not supported. Two flash LEDs are present, but there is no dual-tone or RGB flash configuration. The single front camera offers 50 MP at f/2.5 without a front-facing flash, a multi-lens setup, or an under-display placement, and 3D photo and video capture is not available on either camera.

Operating system:

Android version	Android 15
has clipboard warnings	✓
has location privacy options	✓
has camera/microphone privacy options	✓
has Mail Privacy Protection	✕
has theme customization	✓
can block app tracking	✓
blocks cross-site tracking	✕
has on-device machine learning	✓
has notification permissions	✓
has media picker	✓
Can play games while they download	✓
has dark mode	✓
has Wi-Fi password sharing	✕
has battery health check	✓
has an extra dim mode	✓
has focus modes	✕
has dynamic theming	✓
can offload apps	✓
Has customizable notifications	✓
has Live Text	✓
has full-page screenshots	✓
supports split screen	✓
gets direct OS updates	✕
has PiP	✓
Can be used as a PC	✕
Has sharing intents	✓
has a child lock	✓
Supports widgets	✓
Is free and open source	✓
Has offline voice recognition	✓
has voice commands	✓
Tracks the current position of a mobile device	✓
is a multi-user system	✓
has Quick Start	✕

The device runs on Android 15 and includes a broad range of privacy controls, covering clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and camera and microphone access management, though Mail Privacy Protection and cross-site tracking blocking are absent. On the customization side, it supports dark mode, dynamic theming, theme customization, widgets, and customizable notifications, while focus modes and Wi-Fi password sharing are not available. Productivity features include split-screen multitasking, Picture-in-Picture, full-page screenshots, a media picker, app offloading, sharing intents, Live Text, and the ability to play games while they download. The OS also supports on-device machine learning, offline voice recognition, voice commands, device tracking, a child lock, multi-user accounts, and a battery health check. Direct OS updates from the vendor are not provided, and the device cannot function as a PC or use Quick Start.

Battery:

battery power	5100 mAh
has wireless charging	✕
Supports fast charging	✓
charging speed	70W
has a removable battery	✕
has a battery level indicator	✓
has a rechargeable battery	✓

The device is equipped with a 5100 mAh rechargeable battery that is not removable. It supports 70W wired fast charging, though wireless charging is not available. A battery level indicator is included to keep track of remaining charge.

Audio:

has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack	✕
has stereo speakers	✓
Has a radio	✓

The device features stereo speakers and a built-in radio, but does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Connectivity & Features:

has 5G support	✓
Wi-Fi version	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
SIM cards	2 SIM
has an external memory slot	✕
Has USB Type-C	✓
USB version	2
has NFC	✓
Has a fingerprint scanner	✓
has emergency SOS via satellite	✕
has crash detection	✕
is DLNA-certified	✕
has a gyroscope	✓
supports ANT+	✕
Has a heart rate monitor	✕
has GPS	✓
has a compass	✓
supports Wi-Fi	✓
Has an infrared sensor	✕
has an accelerometer	✓
has a cellular module	✓
Has a barometer	✕
has an HDMI output	✕
Uses 3D facial recognition	✕
Has an iris scanner	✕
Stylus included	✕
supports Galileo	✓
Has motion tracking	✕
Has optical tracking	✕
Has a built-in projector	✕

The device supports 5G connectivity and dual SIM operation, with Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) handling wireless networking. It connects via USB Type-C with USB 2.0 and includes NFC for short-range communication, while DLNA certification and HDMI output are absent. A fingerprint scanner handles biometric authentication, as 3D facial recognition and an iris scanner are not present. For navigation and sensing, the device includes GPS with Galileo support, a gyroscope, accelerometer, and compass, though a barometer, infrared sensor, and motion or optical tracking are not featured. There is no external memory slot, no heart rate monitor, no ANT+ support, and no built-in projector or stylus. Satellite emergency SOS and crash detection are also not available.

Miscellaneous:

has a video light	✓
Has sapphire glass display	✕
Has a curved display	✓
Has an e-paper display	✕

The device features a curved display and includes a video light, while sapphire glass and an e-paper display are not part of its design.

Final Verdict

The Tecno Camon 40 Premier 5G presents a well-rounded specification sheet for a 5G Android 15 smartphone, anchored by a versatile triple 50 MP camera system and a 144Hz OLED display with IP68 water resistance that together make a compelling case for users who prioritize imaging capability and everyday durability. The MediaTek Dimensity 8350 chipset, generous RAM, and broad software feature set ensure the device handles daily workloads and media consumption with confidence. Where it falls short — namely the absence of wireless charging, a USB 2.0 port, and no expandable storage — are real practical constraints that certain users will feel, but they do not undermine the overall coherence of the package. For those seeking a feature-dense Android device with strong camera credentials and a durable build, the Camon 40 Premier 5G makes a solid case for itself.