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Released: 2019

Tecno Camon 12 Air

Overall Score

39.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3604)39.8
Performance(#3986)62.4
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#5122)44.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Tecno Camon 12 Air

Short Review

  • The Tecno Camon 12 Air features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.2 x 76.1 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 181g, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
  • Its 6.55-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 268 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 chipset, paired with either 3GB or 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 16 MP rear camera with PDAF and a secondary 5 MP and 2 MP for depth, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The 4000 mAh battery supports extended use but lacks fast charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 9.0 (Pie) with HIOS 5.5, the software experience is user-friendly.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.0, though it does not support 5G.
  • The device is available in Ocean Blue, Alpenglow Gold, and Stellar Purple.
  • Notably, it includes a headphone jack but lacks wireless charging and NFC.
  • Overall, the Tecno Camon 12 Air presents a balanced package for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2019
Announced2019
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.55"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~268 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)Mediatek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53Octa-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSD

Camera

Main Camera16 MP, PDAF5 MP2 MP, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesQuad-LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery Details4000 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions164.2 x 76.1 x 8.2 mm (6.46 x 3.00 x 0.32 in)
Weight181 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsOcean Blue, Alpenglow Gold, Stellar Purple
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), HIOS 5.5
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity