TECNO Pop 9 5G now official

Tecno has launched a new budget offering, the TECNO Pop 9 5G, packing features above its weight class.

For an entry-level device, this packs a 5G chipset the Dimensity 6300, an IP54 rating, a 6.6-inch 120Hz display, and NFC support.

TECNO Pop 9 5G specs:
6.6-inch HD+ IPS LCD
120Hz refresh rate
MediaTek Dimensity 6300
4GB RAM
64GB, 128GB storage
Expandable up to 1TB via microSD
Dual rear cameras:
– 48MP main, Sony IMX582
– AI lens
8MP selfie shooter (hole punch notch)
Dual nano-SIM
5G, 4G LTE
Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth 5.1
GPS
USB Type-C
3.5mm audio jack
NFC
Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
IP54 dust and splash resistance
Dual speakers, Dolby Atmos
HiOS 14.5 | Android 14
5000mAh battery
18W charging (wired)
165 x 77 x 8 mm
189g
Midnight Shadow, Azure Sky, Aurora Cloud (colorways)

Price and availability

The Pop 9 5G is now available for pre-orders in India, with an intro price of INR 9,499 (~Php6.3K) for the 4GB+64GB config. Its MRP goes for INR 11,999 and is now listed via Amazon India.

There’s also a 128GB option that goes for INR 9,999 (~Php6.7K) as an introductory price.