Tecno Camon 40 Premier vs. Samsung Galaxy A54: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For users prioritizing raw performance and rapid charging, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is the clear winner. Its Dimensity 8350 chipset and 70W charging outperform the Galaxy A54’s Exynos 1380 and 25W charging. However, the Galaxy A54’s brighter display and refined software experience make it a compelling choice for those valuing a polished user experience.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | Samsung Galaxy A54 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | LTE | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International |
| 5G bands | SA/NSA | 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| - | 25, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2025, March 03 | 2023, March 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, May | Available. Released 2023, March 24 |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 161 x 75 x 7.7 mm (6.34 x 2.95 x 0.30 in) | 158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm (6.23 x 3.02 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 193 g (7.41 oz) | 202 g (7.13 oz) |
| - | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1260 x 2800 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~89.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2160Hz PWM, HDR, 1600 nits (HBM) | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.35 GHz Cortex-A715 & 3x3.20 GHz Cortex-A715 & 4x2.20 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4 nm) | Exynos 1380 (5 nm) |
| GPU | Mali G615-MC6 | Mali-G68 MP5 |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HIOS 15 | Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Single | - | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.2, 70mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF (15cm - ∞), 3x optical zoom 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF | 50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.X", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro) |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps (HDR), 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 50 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.64µm, PDAF | 32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | - | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | Yes | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | Yes | - |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Yes | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (USA only) |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 70W wired | 25W wired |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Emerald Lake Green, Galaxy Black | Lime, Graphite, Violet, White |
| Models | CM8 | SM-A546V, SM-A546U, SM-A546U1, SM-A546B, SM-A546B/DS, SM-A546E, SM-A546E/DS, SM-A5460, SM-A546M, SM-A546M/DS, SM-A546W |
| Price | - | € 210.00 / $ 119.11 / £ 169.95 / ₹ 28,999 |
| SAR | - | 0.81 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.69 W/kg (head) 1.34 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 119h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -26.6 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 506678 (v9) GeekBench: 2703 (v5.1), 2797 (v6) GFXBench: 25fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Significantly faster 70W charging
- More powerful Dimensity 8350 chipset
- Potentially better thermal management due to 4nm process
- Dimmer display compared to the Galaxy A54
- Less established brand reputation
Samsung Galaxy A54
- Brighter display for better outdoor visibility
- Established Samsung software ecosystem
- Potentially longer software support
- Slower 25W charging
- Less powerful Exynos 1380 chipset
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A54 boasts a brighter display, reaching 980 nits compared to the Tecno Camon 40 Premier’s 658 nits. This difference is significant for outdoor visibility, giving the A54 a clear advantage in sunny conditions. While both displays offer a 'nominal' infinite contrast ratio, the A54’s higher peak brightness translates to a more vibrant and punchy image. The Camon 40 Premier’s display, while still good, will appear comparatively dimmer. Details regarding refresh rate and panel type (e.g., AMOLED vs. LCD) are missing, but the brightness difference is a key differentiator.
Camera Comparison
Both devices are advertised as having capable photo and video capabilities, but specific details are limited. Without sensor size information, it’s difficult to make a definitive judgment. However, the presence of OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) on both phones suggests a focus on image quality in low-light conditions. The A54’s image processing is known for its vibrant, sometimes oversaturated, look, while Tecno’s processing tends to be more natural. The inclusion of a 2MP macro camera on both devices is largely a marketing gimmick and unlikely to significantly impact image quality. The primary camera sensor and image processing algorithms will be the deciding factors.
Performance
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier’s Mediatek Dimensity 8350 (4nm) chipset is a significant step up in performance compared to the Samsung Galaxy A54’s Exynos 1380 (5nm). The Dimensity 8350 features a tri-cluster configuration with faster Cortex-A715 cores (3.35 GHz) compared to the A54’s Cortex-A78 cores (2.4 GHz). This translates to noticeably faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and superior gaming performance. While the Exynos 1380 is efficient, the 4nm process node of the Dimensity 8350 likely offers better thermal efficiency, potentially reducing throttling during sustained workloads. The A54’s older Cortex-A55 efficiency cores may also contribute to slightly lower overall power consumption in less demanding tasks.
Battery Life
Both phones offer comparable battery life, with the Tecno Camon 40 Premier achieving 11:36h of active use and the Samsung Galaxy A54 at 11:15h. The Galaxy A54’s older 'Endurance rating' of 119h is less directly comparable to the active use score. However, the Camon 40 Premier’s 70W wired charging is a game-changer, significantly faster than the A54’s 25W charging. This means the Camon 40 Premier can replenish its battery much more quickly, minimizing downtime. While the A54’s battery may last slightly longer on a single charge, the Camon 40 Premier’s charging speed provides a more convenient user experience.
Buying Guide
Buy the Tecno Camon 40 Premier if you need a phone for demanding tasks like gaming or video editing, and value the convenience of incredibly fast charging. You’ll benefit from a more powerful processor and quicker top-ups. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A54 if you prefer a phone with a brighter, more visible display in direct sunlight, a more established software ecosystem with longer guaranteed updates, and a generally more refined user experience, even if it means sacrificing some raw processing power.