Tecno Camon 18T

OhoPrice editorial review

Our Take: The Tecno Camon 18T at Rs 29,999 is built for selfie enthusiasts, pairing a 48 MP front camera with dual LED flash — the highest-resolution selfie camera in this entire batch. The 48 MP sensor captures significantly more detail than the 5 MP and 8 MP front cameras common at this price, and the dual LED flash illuminates faces in dim restaurants or evening settings, producing usable selfies where other phones produce grain. The 6.8-inch Full HD+ display at 396 PPI provides a sharp canvas for reviewing those selfies, and the Helio G85 processor handles everyday tasks and moderate gaming smoothly. With 4 GB of RAM, the phone manages two to three apps comfortably but struggles with heavy multitasking. The 128 GB of storage is generous. The rear 48 MP f/1.8 main camera with PDAF captures reliable daylight photos, though the 2 MP macro and 2 MP depth sensors add minimal practical value. Battery capacity at 5000 mAh is standard. At 168.9 mm tall and 8.9 mm thick, the phone is large but not unmanageable. For social media creators who prioritise selfie quality, this phone delivers a genuine advantage. The Villaon Hyper 100 at Rs 25,999 saves you Rs 4,000 and offers the same 5000 mAh battery and 128 GB storage, but its 5 MP selfie camera cannot compete with the Camon 18T's 48 MP unit — the resolution gap alone (48 MP versus 5 MP) means dramatically more detail in every selfie. The Tecno's dual LED flash on the front camera also provides illumination that the Villaon's single flash cannot match. The Camon 18T's Full HD display at 396 PPI is sharper than the Villaon's 720p panel. The Villaon's claimed 6 GB of RAM (expandable to 18 GB) exceeds the Tecno's 4 GB of physical memory, which may improve background app management. For buyers who prioritise selfie quality above all else, the Tecno Camon 18T is the clear choice; those who do not care about front camera quality will find the Villaon Hyper 100 meets their needs at a lower price. PTA Note: Verify PTA approval status before purchase, as non-PTA devices will require additional tax to activate local SIM support.