Google Pixel 5 vs Tecno Camon 30 Premier
The Verdict
Google Pixel 5 delivers a refined flagship experience with industry-leading computational photography, a compact 6.0-inch OLED display at 700 nits, and the trusted Snapdragon 765G processor. Battery life reaches a solid 4080 mAh with reliable 18W charging. Tecno Camon 30 Premier counters with remarkable value: a larger 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED screen (1300 nits brightness), faster 70W charging, massive 5000 mAh battery, and triple camera setup including a telephoto lens. Processing power favors Tecno's MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate with higher clock speeds and 12GB RAM versus Pixel's 8GB. However, Pixel's computational photography, cleaner Android 11 software, and tighter build quality remain advantages. For budget-conscious buyers seeking larger screens and faster charging, Camon 30 Premier offers exceptional value. Pixel 5 suits those prioritizing camera excellence and a premium compact experience.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Google Pixel 5 if…
- →Compact and lightweight at 151 g
- →90Hz smooth OLED display
- →Excellent camera with Night Sight and astrophotography
Buy the Tecno Camon 30 Premier if…
- →Sony IMX890 main sensor and dual 50 MP cameras offer strong photography
- →Wireless charging support is rare at this price tier
- →12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for the base model is generous
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Google Pixel 5
Pros
- Compact and lightweight at 151 g
- 90Hz smooth OLED display
- Excellent camera with Night Sight and astrophotography
- Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging
- IP68 water resistance
Cons
- Mid-range Snapdragon 765G in a $699 phone
- No telephoto camera
- 8 MP selfie camera is dated
- Only 128 GB storage option
- Bio-resin coating scratches easily
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
Pros
- Sony IMX890 main sensor and dual 50 MP cameras offer strong photography
- Wireless charging support is rare at this price tier
- 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage for the base model is generous
- Dimensity 8200 Ultimate handles gaming and multitasking well
- 70W fast charging is quick for the 5000 mAh battery
Cons
- Tecno brand has limited presence in Western markets
- HiOS includes bloatware and advertisements
- No ultrawide camera limits versatility
- IP65 is not as protective as IP68
- After-sales and software support is uncertain long-term
Full Specifications
| Spec | Google Pixel 5 | Tecno Camon 30 Premier |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 11 | Android 14 (HiOS 14) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 151 g | 196 g |
| Material | Aluminum unibody, bio-resin coating | Vegan leather back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 144.7 x 70.4 x 8.0 mm | 162.9 x 75.3 x 7.95 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12.2 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.69, OIS, Sony IMX890 |
| Front camera | 8 MP, f/2.0 | 50 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP, f/2.2 | — |
| Telephoto | — | 50 MP, f/2.0, 2x zoom |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB | 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4080 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired | 70W wired |
| Wireless charging | 12W wireless | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.0 inches | 6.77 inches |
| Type | OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 700 | 1300 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz + 1x2.2 GHz + 6x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 620 | Mali-G610 MC6 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.1 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.3 |
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