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Tecno unveils Camon 50 and Camon 50 Pro featuring 144Hz AMOLED displays
Tecno unveils the Camon 50 and 50 Pro featuring 144Hz AMOLED displays, Helio G200 chipsets, and massive 6150mAh batteries. Explore the full specs and features.
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Tecno unveils Camon 50 and Camon 50 Pro featuring 144Hz AMOLED displays
Ahead of their expected debut at MWC, Tecno has quietly released the Camon 50 and Camon 50 Pro across select African markets . Despite the split naming convention, the two devices share a significant amount of DNA .
Both handsets utilize the same processing power , battery capacity, and display technology, along with nearly identical camera hardware . The primary distinction lies in the Pro modelβs inclusion of a dedicated 3x periscope telephoto lens . Below is a breakdown of the technical specifics .
Tecno Camon 50 and Camon 50 Pro Specifications
Under the hood, both the Tecno Camon 50 and the Camon 50 Pro are driven by MediaTekβs Helio G200 chipset , flanked by 8GB of RAM. Storage configurations differ slightly; the Pro model ships with 256GB, whereas the standard variant starts at 128GB .
Endurance is a key focus here, with a substantial 6,150mAh battery powering both units . When it is time to recharge, they both support 45W wired charging .
Visually, both phones offer a premium experience via a 6.78-inch AMOLED display , boasting a fluid 144Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution. These panels also house an in-display fingerprint scanner and a 32-megapixel front-facing camera .
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Design Distinctions
Aesthetically, the two diverge in form factor: the Pro model features a curved panel for a sleeker feel , while the standard Camon 50 opts for a traditional flat display .
On the rear, both devices utilize a 50-megapixel Sony LYT700C main sensor βthe same capable hardware found in last yearβs Camon 40 Proβpaired with an 8-megapixel ultrawide lens . However, the Camon 50 Pro sets itself apart with a 50-megapixel 3x periscope telephoto camera featuring optical image stabilization (OIS) .
Tecno Camon 50 Pro (left) | Tecno Camon 50 (right)
Regarding software and build, both phones launch with TECNOβs HiOS 16 and boast a robust IP68/69/69K rating for dust and water resistance . Additional features include a dedicated One-Tap AI Key and stereo speakers tuned with Dolby Atmos support .
In terms of pricing, the Camon 50 lands in Kenya at KES 37,500 (approximately $290) , while the Camon 50 Pro commands KES 44,000 (around $340). Both are currently up for pre-order . While Tecno has not yet announced 5G variants , those models may be reserved for the upcoming MWC 2026 showcase .