Tecno Pop 6 – An Affordable Android Go Device

Tecno Mobile recently launched the Pop 6 smartphone as an affordable entry-level Android device. Here are the key specs and features of the Tecno Pop 6 based on reviewing the specs page on GSM Arena:

Display and Design

The Tecno Pop 6 has a 6.1-inch HD+ display with a 720×1560 resolution. This is an IPS LCD panel with a waterdrop notch and a screen-to-body ratio of about 78%. The phone has a thickness of 9.7mm and weighs around 190g. It has a dual SIM slot and comes in Sea Blue, Lime Green and Sky Blue color options.

Performance and Hardware

Under the hood is a MediaTek Helio A22 chipset paired with 2GB of RAM. There is 32GB of onboard storage with no microSD card support for expansion. Software is Android 11 Go Edition topped with Tecno’s HiOS skin.

Camera

For photography, the Pop 6 has a dual rear camera setup with a 13MP primary sensor and a secondary AI lens. Selfies are handled by a 5MP front-facing camera. Video recording is limited to 720p resolution.

Battery and Connectivity

A 5000mAh battery claims to provide plenty of juice for everyday use. However, charging is still done via microUSB 2.0 port. Connectivity includes 4G LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0 and GPS/A-GPS. The phone also has a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Verdict

Priced around 300,000, the Tecno Pop 6 seems like a budget-friendly Android Go device for those looking for an affordable smartphone. Its large display, massive battery and dual cameras should suffice for basic daily use. Build quality and performance may not match more expensive devices but for the money, the Pop 6 appears to be a decent option.