TECNO POP 9 5G shows up with IR blaster and NFC: get the specs, price

TECNO Pop 9 5G, different from the 4G LTE TECNO Pop 9, has been announced. It comes with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor and HiOS 14 based on Android 14.

Like its LTE sibling, it has an IPS LCD screen and is built of plastic. The display is also of 120Hz refresh rate and an infrared blaster is included. The rear camera is a 48MP snapper.

TECNO POP 9 5G has a hefty 5000mAh battery to keep it running for at least a full day and it is available in two memory variants – 4GB/64GB and 4GB/128GB.

Specs

Network

• 2G mobile network bands: GSM, GPRS, EDGE 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz.
• 3G mobile network bands: UMTS, WCDMA, HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 MHz
• 4G mobile network bands: LTE.
• 5G mobile network bands: SA/NSA
• SIM Type: Nano-SIM, Dual SIM

Body

• Dimensions: 160 x 75.6 x 8.3 mm
• Weight: g
• Display: 6.67 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels, 120 Hz refresh rate, 20:9 aspect ratio, IPS LCD screen
• Colours: Azure Sky (Sky Blue). Aurora Cloud (White). Midnight Shadow (Black).
• Physical Build: Plastic frame. Plastic back cover. IP54 splash/dust resistance.

Processor

• Operating System: HiOS 14 based on Android 14
• CPU: 64-bit, 1.8 GHz Octa-core
• Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 6300
• GPU: ARM

Memory

• RAM: 4 GB. Plus 4GB Extended RAM.
• Internal Storage Memory: 64 GB. 128 GB. eMMC 5.1.
• External Storage: microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)

Cameras

• Main Camera: 48 MP main sensor, autofocus, dual LED flash, 1080p@30fps video recording
• Front Camera: fixed focus, Face Recognition, 1080p@30fps video capture

Sound and Video

• Music Support: PCM, AAC / AAC + / eAAC + / MP3 / AMR – NB / WB / APE
• Audio: 3.5 mm audio jack. Dolby Atmos..
• Loudspeaker: Dual stereo speakers
• Video Support: H.264/MP4/MPEG4 player
• FM Radio: Yes.

Sensors

• Digital Compass: Yes.
• Accelerometer: Yes.
• Proximity Sensor:
• Ambient Light Sensor: No.
• Barometer: No.
• Pedometer: No.
• Heart Rate Monitor: No.
• Gyroscope (G-Sensor): Yes.
• Fingerprint Scanner: Yes; side-mounted.
• Face Unlock: Yes.
• Iris Scanner: No.
• Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: No.
• Voice Control: No.
• Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes; Google Assistant.
• Infra-red Sensor: Yes.

Connectivity

• Bluetooth Version: 5.1
• Bluetooth Profiles: A2DP
• WiFi: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, hotspot
• GPS: Yes, A-GPS
• USB: microUSB v2.0. Type-C. USB-OTG.
• NFC: Yes.

Other Specs and Features

• Battery Type and Capacity: Non-Removable Lithium-Polymer 5000 mAh
• Battery Charging: 18W fast charging
• Wireless Charging: No.
• Reverse Charging: No.
• Model Version/Number: TECNO

Launch & Release Dates

• Announced: September 23, 2024
• Release Date: October 2024

Price of TECNO POP 9 5G

How much is TECNO Pop 9 5G in Nigeria? This isn’t known yet, but the international prices for the two variants are as follow:

• 4/64GB: $115
• 4/128GB: $120

Once available in the country, it can be purchased at stores around the country. These include Jumia, Slot, Pointek, Swot, 3C Hub, Finet, and others.

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Author: InfoDesk

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