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GSM Arena
03-07-2025
- GSM Arena
Tecno Camon 40 Premier review
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier sits atop the Camon series, offering premium-like features at an affordable price. Last year's Camon 30 Premier turned out to be an excellent phone, so we have high hopes for the Camon 40 Premier as well. The new Premier comes with an updated chipset, now Dimensity 8350, a display with a higher refresh rate, a nicer build with higher ingress protection and a slightly updated battery. Moreover, the Camon 40 Premier is now promised to receive three major OS upgrades, as opposed to just two last year. Tecno Camon 40 Premier specs at a glance: Body: 161.0x75.0x7.7mm, 210g; plastic back, plastic frame; IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min). 161.0x75.0x7.7mm, 210g; plastic back, plastic frame; IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 2m for 30 min). Display: 6.67" LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR, 1600 nits (HBM), 1260x2800px resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, 460ppi; HDR image support. 6.67" LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR, 1600 nits (HBM), 1260x2800px resolution, 20:9 aspect ratio, 460ppi; HDR image support. Chipset: Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm): Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.20 GHz Cortex-A510); Mali G615-MC6. Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm): Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.20 GHz Cortex-A510); Mali G615-MC6. Memory: 256GB 12GB RAM; UFS 4.x. 256GB 12GB RAM; UFS 4.x. OS/Software: Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HIOS 15. Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HIOS 15. Rear camera: Wide (main) : 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm, 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS; Telephoto : 50 MP, f/2.2, 70mm, 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF (15cm - ∞), 3x optical zoom; Ultra wide angle : 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚, 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF. : 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm, 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS; : 50 MP, f/2.2, 70mm, 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF (15cm - ∞), 3x optical zoom; : 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚, 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF. Front camera: 50 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.64µm, PDAF. 50 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.64µm, PDAF. Video capture: Rear camera : 4K@30/60fps (HDR), 1080p@30fps; Front camera : 4K@30fps, 1080p. : 4K@30/60fps (HDR), 1080p@30fps; : 4K@30fps, 1080p. Battery: 5100mAh; 70W wired. 5100mAh; 70W wired. Connectivity: 5G; Wi-Fi; BT; NFC; FM radio; Infrared port. 5G; Wi-Fi; BT; NFC; FM radio; Infrared port. Misc: Fingerprint reader (under display, optical); stereo speakers; Circle to Search. The newly updated hardware will go nicely with the true and tested one that's borrowed from the Camon 30 Premier. We get the same 50MP triple-camera setup, featuring a 3x optical zoom, and the 50MP selfie unit with autofocus. We don't expect any major changes in image quality, which is fine - the Camon 30 Premier already punched above its weight class in this respect. Even though the Camon 40 Premier shapes up to be an excellent midranger, its limited availability might hurt sales. The Camon 40 series was announced in February during MWC 2025, and we are now well into 2025, yet the phones are still only offered in a handful of markets. In any case, a full review is due, so let's see how the Camon 40 Premier stacks against some of its competitors. Unboxing the Tecno Camon 40 Premier The handset comes in a standard retail box containing the usual user manuals along with a USB-A to USB-C cable for charging and data transfer and a compatible 70W charging brick. There is also a protective case that has a design that is very similar to the phone's own design, so it doesn't conceal Tecno's efforts in that direction. Page 2
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First Post
27-06-2025
- First Post
Best phones under Rs 75,000 (June 2025): Apple iPhone 16, OnePlus 13 to Xiaomi 15
A budget of Rs 75,000 can easily fetch you some current and previous generation flagship phones. There are some great options out there and we have handpicked the best half a dozen for you to choose from. Ample processing power, great camera setups to excellent displays, they have it all. Here are the best phones under Rs 75,000 in India at the moment. Best phones to buy under Rs 75,000 in India Apple iPhone 15/ iPhone 16 We have two options from Apple, one for the early adopters and other for the pragmatic. You can either buy the 128 GB variant of the iPhone 16 or the 256 GB storage variant of the iPhone 15 under 75K. The iPhone 15 is powered by Apple's A16 Bionic chip, which is still sufficiently powerful for most tasks. The phone feels great in hand due to its compact size and lightweight, and it has IP68 rated ingress protection. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Apple iPhone 15 The iPhone 15 has a bright 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a resolution of 2556 x 1179 pixels, 2000 nits peak brightness and HDR10 and Dolby Vision compliance. Photography department consists of a 48MP main camera with dual-pixel PDAF and optical image stabilisation (OIS). You also get a 12MP ultra-wide shooter and a 12MP selfie camera. The performance in photography and videography is excellent, as one expects from an iPhone. Apple iPhone 16 As for the Apple iPhone 16, the display specs are similar to the iPhone 15 but you get a more powerful A18 chip here. The camera department seems similar on paper with a 48MP + 12MP combination, but the 12MP ultra-wide camera has auto-focus and thus macro capabilities; a welcome addition. And of course, it has the new Action button. If you do not care for these minor changes, we suggest you give higher storage the preference and opt for the iPhone 15. Both phones run iOS 18 with more OS updates to follow over the years. Apple iPhone 15 price in India: Rs 70,900 for 256 GB storage Apple iPhone 16 price in India: Rs 69,999 for 128 GB storage Vivo X200 5G The Vivo X200 5G packs impressive features for photography enthusiasts as well as some serious processing muscle. This phone is powered by Mediatek's flagship Dimensity 9400 SoC, and you can choose between 12 GB or 16 GB RAM along with 256 GB or 512 GB UFS 4.0 storage. You get a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ compliance, 4500 nits peak brightness and a resolution of 2800 x 1260 pixels. Vivo X200 5G The cameras on this phone have been designed in collaboration with Zeiss. You get three 50MP units at the back, with the primary camera flaunting a Sony IMX921 sensor and OIS. Accompanying it is an ultra-wide shooter with 119-degrees FOV and auto-focus, along with a telephoto camera with Sony IMX882 sensor and OIS that facilitates 3X optical zoom. Collectively, they cover all the key bases including macro and portrait photography with excellent results. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The 32MP front camera is bound to impress the selfie enthusiasts. The phone's large 5800 mAh battery comfortably lasts over a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 90W fast charger juices it up briskly. An IP69 rating protects it from dust and water ingression. The Vivo X200 5G runs the latest Android 15 with the company's Funtouch 15 UI. Vivo has promised four major Android updates for this device. Vivo X200 5G price in India: Rs 65,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage; Rs 71,999 for 16 GB RAM/ 512 GB storage OnePlus 13 The OnePlus flagship is another excellent option in this budget. While the OnePlus 13 continues with the OnePlus 11/12 design language with the circular camera island at the back, the company has made the phone slimmer and lighter and added IP68/IP69 ingress protection. You still get a large 6.82-inch QHD+ LTPO4 AMOLED display with a peak brightness of 4500 nits, 120 Hz variable refresh rate and compliance with Dolby Vision and HDR10+. It is protected by a layer of Ceramic Guard glass. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD OnePlus 13 The OnePlus 13 is powered by Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and you can get its 12 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage variant comfortably in this budget. A massive 6000 mAh battery keeps the phone running for close to two days of moderate use and supports 100W fast wired charging and 50W fast wireless charging. The phone runs the latest OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15 with four major Android updates to follow. The rear camera department is quite impressive and packs three 50MP cameras. The primary module is fitted with a Sony LYT-808 sensor with OIS. The support cast has a 50MP ultrawide camera with auto-focus that also doubles up as a macro camera and a 50MP periscope telephoto camera with OIS that provides 3X optical zoom. Hasselblad colour tuning and portrait tricks are also available. The 32MP front camera does a good job with selfies and video calls. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD OnePlus 13 price in India: Rs 69,998 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage Xiaomi 15 If you like compact flagship phones, Xiaomi 15 might just be the right fit for you. It packs true flagship-grade features in a compact body with an IP68 rated ingress protection. You get a 6.36-inch LTPO AMOLED display with a variable refresh rate up to 120 Hz and a resolution of 2670 x 1200 pixels. The Pro HDR display is HDR10+ and Dolby Vision compliant, with a peak brightness of 3200 nits and supports up to 68 billion colour shades. The Xiaomi 15 too is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and accompanied by 12 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 512 GB UFS 4.0 storage. Just like its predecessor, the cameras on this phone have been designed in collaboration with Leica. You get three 50MP units at the back, with the primary camera flaunting a Light Fusion 900 image sensor, Leica Summilux optics and OIS. Giving it company are an ultra-wide shooter with 115-degrees FOV and a 60 mm floating telephoto camera with OIS that provides up to 2.6X optical zoom. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The telephoto camera is competent at portrait photography as well. The 32MP front camera is quite good for selfies and video calls. The battery capacity sees a jump from 4610 mAh to 5240 mAh and lasts for a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 90W fast charger promises to juice it up fully in about 45 minutes. The phone also supports 50W fast wireless charging. The Xiaomi 15 runs the latest Android 15 with the company's new HyperOS 2.0 UI with the company promising four major OS updates going forward. Xiaomi 15 price in India: Rs 64,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 512 GB storage Google Pixel 8 Pro There's always a bit of indecision between the current generation Pixel phone and the last gen Pro model. But with the 256 GB variant of the Google Pixel 8 Pro selling for 10K less, the decision was pretty straightforward this time. The Pixel 8 Pro is powered by Google's previous flagship Tensor G3 processor and you get 12 GB RAM to go with it. It sports an excellent 6.7-inch LTPO OLED HDR10+ display with a resolution of 2992 x 1344 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate and 2400 nits peak brightness. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The screen as well as its glass back are protected against scratches by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. This phone sports an IP68 rating against dust and water ingression. As you expect from Pixel phones, you get the purest version of Android 15 with the Material You design language. Google has promised at least 6 more years of OS and security updates for this phone. Other than speedy OS updates, Pixel phones are known for their camera capabilities, and the Pixel 8 Pro is still among the very best camera phones out there. Google Pixel 8 Pro You get a 50MP primary camera with laser auto-focus and OIS and a 48MP ultra-wide camera with 126-degrees FOV and dual-pixel PDAF that lets you capture some excellent macro shots too in addition to its primary functionality. And not to forget the 48MP telephoto camera with dual-pixel PDAF and OIS that provides you with 5X optical zoom. The cameras do a fabulous job across different lightings and modes. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Google Pixel 8 Pro price in India: Rs 64,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage Pro tip: If you prefer the faster Tensor G4 processor, more compact and refined design and modern AI features instead of a telephoto camera, and do not mind spending additional Rs 10,000 for that, you should opt for the Google Pixel 9 instead.
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First Post
09-06-2025
- First Post
Best phones under Rs 30,000 (June 2025): Motorola Edge 60 Pro, iQOO Neo 10R to OnePlus Nord 4 5G
A budget of Rs 30,000 can get you some serious processing power, bright high refresh rate AMOLED displays and excellent cameras with optical image stabilisation (OIS) among other things. Welcome to flagship-killers territory! Time to look at the best smartphones you can buy under 30K in India this month. Best phones to buy under Rs 30,000 in India Motorola Edge 60 Pro The new Motorola Edge 60 Pro is a solid all-round device and great for those who prefer a clean and near-stock Android UI. The phone looks quite elegant courtesy of its eco-leather back. It also sports an IP69 rating for dust and water resistance, that will have you more than covered for the monsoon. You get a curved 10-bit 6.7-inch 1.5K P-OLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate, 4500 nits peak brightness, HDR10+ compliance and Gorilla Glass 7i protection. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Motorola Edge 60 Pro The Motorola Edge 60 Pro is powered by Mediatek's new Dimensity 8350 Extreme SoC with 8 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 internal storage. You get three cameras at the back that cover all the key bases. It has a 50MP primary camera with OIS, a 10MP telephoto camera with OIS that offers 3X optical zoom and a 50MP ultra-wide camera with auto-focus, which doubles up as a quality macro camera. And let's not forget the 50MP front camera that can also record 4K videos. Its large 6000 mAh battery can power the phone for close to two days of moderate use and the bundled 90W turbo charger promises to charge it fully in under 45 minutes. The Edge 60 Pro runs Android 15, and like most Motorola phones, you get a clean and near-stock user interface. The company promises three major Android updates for this device going ahead. Motorola Edge 60 Pro price in India: Rs 29,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage iQOO Neo 10R 5G We now move on to something even more powerful. The iQOO Neo 10R 5G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC with 8 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.1 internal storage. It is a great option for gamers and power users in this budget. The phone is less than 8 mm slim despite hosting a massive 6400 mAh battery. An 80W fast charger is bundled along to juice it up quickly. The phone gets IP65 rated ingress protection. iQOO Neo 10R 5G The iQOO Neo 10R 5G has a 6.78-inch 10-bit OLED HDR display with 1.5K resolution, 144 Hz refresh rate and 4500 nits peak brightness. Photography is handled by two rear cameras comprising a 50MP primary camera with Sony IMX882 sensor and OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide snapper. You also get a 32MP front camera to please the selfie enthusiasts. The phone runs Android 15 with the company committing to 3 major Android updates and 4 years of security updates for the device. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD iQOO Neo 10R 5G price in India: Rs 28,999 for 8 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage Poco F6 5G If you want similar processing power for a lot less money, look no further than the Poco F6 5G. This phone too is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC coupled with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage. Its photography department consists of a 50MP primary camera with OIS and an 8MP ultra-wide shooter at the back, with a 20MP front camera taking care of selfies and video calls. It launched with Android 14 and Xiaomi's HyperOS with a handful of updates expected over time. Poco F6 5G The Poco F6 5G has a vibrant 6.67-inch AMOLED screen with 1.5K resolution and support for 12-bit colour, 120 Hz refresh rate, 2400 nits peak brightness and HDR10+ and Dolby Vision compliance. The display is protected against scratches by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. Its 5000 mAh battery keeps the phone powered for a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 90W turbo charger can take it from empty to full in about 40 minutes. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Poco F6 5G price in India: Rs 23,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage OnePlus Nord 4 5G The OnePlus Nord 4 5G retains its spot in this list courtesy of its all-round appeal, starting with the design. The aluminium unibody lends it sturdiness, uniqueness and style, while keeping the thickness of the phone down to 8 mm. It also sports an IP65 rating for dust and splash resistance which will be handy in this weather. The phone is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chip, and you can get its 8 GB RAM and 256 GB UFS 4.0 storage variant in this budget. OnePlus Nord 4 5G The Nord 4 has a 6.74-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a resolution of 2772 x 1240 pixels. The HDR10+ compliant screen supports 10-bit colour depth, 120 Hz refresh rate and 2150 nits peak brightness. The photography department is helmed by a 50MP primary camera with OIS that does a very good job and supported by an 8MP ultrawide camera with 112 degrees FOV and a 16MP front camera. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Its 5500 mAh battery lasts well over a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 100W charger promises to take it from 0 to 100% in less than 30 minutes. The OnePlus Nord 4 5G debuted with OxygenOS 14 based on Android 14, and is upgradeable to OxygenOS 15 (Android 15). And that's not all, the company has promised 4 years of OS and 6 years of security updates from the date of launch, which will keep this phone relevant and secure for long. OnePlus Nord 4 5G price in India: Rs 29,498 for 8 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage Realme GT 6T 5G The Realme GT 6T 5G is similar to the Nord 4 in many ways barring a couple. This elegant smartphone too is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC and you can choose a variant with 8 GB or 12 GB RAM, both with 256 GB UFS 4.0 internal storage. It has a 6.78-inch 10-bit LTPO AMOLED display with 1.5K resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate and up to 6000 nits of peak brightness. The HDR compliant display is protected against scratches by a layer of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Realme GT 6T 5G The camera department is similar to that of the Nord 4 with a 50MP primary camera with OIS and an 8MP ultrawide camera with 112 degrees FOV manning the rear. You get a superior 32MP front camera that will impress the selfie crowd. A 5500 mAh battery keeps the phone running for over a day and a half of moderate use, and the bundled 120W fast charger juices it up fully in just half an hour. The Realme GT 6T launched with Android 14 and Realme UI 5.0 with more OS and security updates expected over the next couple of years. Realme GT 6T 5G price in India: Rs 26,998 for 8 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage; Rs 28,999 for 12 GB RAM/ 256 GB storage
GSM Arena
29-05-2025
- Business
- GSM Arena
Realme Neo7 Turbo brings a huge battery and 100W fast charging
Realme launched a new member of the Neo7 family in China. It comes with a 7,200 mAh battery with 100W wired charging, and its name is Realme Neo7 Turbo. The phone is quite similar to the Realme GT7 but with the chipset of the Realme GT 7. Realme Neo7 Turbo comes with a Dimensity 9400e chip by Mediatek, which has one Cortex-X4 core at 3.4 GHz. The 6.8" AMOLED screen offers up to 144 Hz refresh rate and an outstanding 6,500 nits peak brightness. The phone has a 7,700 vapor chamber for cooling, a GT 2.0 Engine that reduces rendering by 30% and keeps power consumption at a reasonable level, and a special connectivity chip that improves Wi-Fi signal and provides an ultra-long-distance connection to the router up to 193 meters. The battery is 7,200 mAh, the biggest capacity in any Realme smartphone (on par with the Chinese GT7, of course). It can charge from 0 to 50% in 18 minutes, while 0-100% would take 47 minutes with the 100W charger provided in the retail box. The Neo7 Turbo supports bypass charging. Realme GT 7 5G Realme also certified the Neo7 Turbo against water or dust ingress, and it is now IP66, IP68, and IP69 compliant. Since the phone is not camera-oriented, it has a 50 MP main + 8 MP ultra-wide shooter on the back and a 16 MP selfie snapper at the front. Realme Neo7 Turbo comes with Realme UI 6.0 and Android 15 underneath. It has a Dynamic Island-type feature called Fluid Cloud 2.0 and some AI features, like removing objects in photos or summarizing texts and audio. There are two color options: White or Black, with a transparent design that highlights the phone's proficiency in raw performance. Realme Neo7 Turbo Realme Neo7 Turbo is available in China with a starting price of CNY 1,999 ($280/€250) for 12/256 GB. The most expensive variant is CNY 2,699 ($375/€330) for 16/512 GB, but we doubt any version whatsoever will be launched outside China. Source (in Chinese)
GSM Arena
27-05-2025
- Business
- GSM Arena
OnePlus Ace 5 lineup gets two new members
OnePlus Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro have been on the smartphone market for almost half a year, but now the company refreshes the series with two more models – Ace 5 Racing and Ace 5 Ultra. These new smartphones are entirely different in specs and design, but keep the overall tone of the lineup - flagship performance at sub-flagship prices. OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra The name Ultra is literally translated as "Supreme," and is technically the most powerful Mediatek-equipped OnePlus smartphone – it comes with Dimensity 9400+. Here, we have a 6.83" OLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate and a resolution slightly greater than Full HD+. The chipset is coupled with 12 GB or 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB UFS 4.0 storage. They are split into five different memory combinations to cover a wide price spectrum. The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has a modest camera setup: a 50 MP main shooter with an f/1.8 lens, AF and OIS, coupled with an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle shooter with a 112-degree FoV. The front camera is a basic 16 MP shooter sitting behind a punch hole. The phone comes with a dedicated side button that can be programmed to act as a shortcut to a predetermined set of apps — alarm, torch, Night Mode, translator or AI. OnePlus equipped the Ultra with a G1 connectivity chip that improves Wi-Fi speed and reliability by 33%, compared with competitors. It also has multi-layered cooling architecture with a 7,300 vapor chamber. The battery of the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has 6,700 mAh capacity. It comes with 100W wired charging support and also offers bypass charging. Just 10 minutes on the charger should offer 3 hours of gaming, while 39 minutes should fill the battery from 0 to 100%. OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra OnePlus comes in China with Oppo's ColorOS 15 and the in-house AI assistant, which is available only in the domestic market. Its colors are Blue, Black and Titanium Silver (with a cool striped design on the back), and the starting price is CNY2,499 (12/256 GB). The most expensive version is 16 GB RAM + 1 TB storage and costs CNY 3,799. OnePlus Ace 5 Racing OnePlus Ace 5 Racing comes with a Dimensity 9400e chipset. It has the same RAM and storage options as the Ultra, sans the 1 TB variant. The cameras on the back are downgraded to 50 MP main and 2 MP B&W sensor. The selfie camera retains its 16 MP sensor. Ace 5 Racing is built around a 6.77" AMOLED panel with Full HD+ resolution and up to 120 Hz refresh rate. OnePlus decided not to go with the dedicated G1 connectivity chip but at least brought a sophisticated cooling solution (although not as good as the one on the Ultra), including a 7,000 sq mm vapor chamber. The Ace 5 Racing excels over the Ultra with battery capacity – it brings the biggest cell in a OnePlus smartphone – 7,100 mAh. It charges at "only" 80W and it comes with bypass charging. This phone runs with ColorOS 15 and some AI features, like 4K upscaling in videos and erasing objects in photos. OnePlus Ace 5 Racing OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is available in White, Black, and Mint Green. Starting price is CNY1,799 for 12/256 GB. We don't expect this phone to launch outside China, but we would love to be surprised by OnePlus and Oppo. Source 1 • Source 2 (both in Chinese)
