Tecno Camon 40 Premier, OPPO Reno 13, or Vivo V50: Which Should You Buy?

The Reno 13 from OPPO, V50 from Vivo, and Tecno’s Camon 40 Premier are some of the best upper-end midrange smartphones currently available in Nigeria. And if you in the market for a solid midrange smartphone, then you may have come across these devices at one point or the other. The trio offers a unique blend of features tailored to diverse user preferences.

Of the three, the OPPO Reno 13 is the priciest, coming in at ₦885,900, followed by the Vivo V50 at ₦799,800, then, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier having the most budget-friendly price tag at ₦694,300. Wondering why the price difference, and which of these phone you should buy? This comparison article is got you covered.

OPPO Reno 13 vs Vivo V50 vs Tecno Camon 40 Pro

1. Design & Build

Dimensions and Weight:

• OPPO Reno 13 measures 157.9 × 74.7 × 7.2 mm and weighs 181 grams.
• Vivo V50 is slightly larger at 163.3 × 76.7 mm with a thickness that ranges between 7.4 to 7.7 mm, weighing either 189/199 grams, depending on the color you choose.
• Tecno Camon 40 Premier on the other hand comes in at 161 × 75 × 7.7 mm, and weighs 193 grams.

The Reno 13 is the most compact and lighter model of the three, and that adds to it premium feel, then complemented by its aluminum alloy frame and all-glass design. In contrast, the Vivo V50 offers a choice of glass or plastic back finishes, giving you option to go for a model that aligns better with your usage style.

Notably, both the OPPO and Tecno devices boast IP68/IP69 ratings with water immersion tolerance up to 2 m for 30 minutes, while the Vivo V50 is certified for immersion up to 1.5m. Additionally, the Reno 13 supports dual Nano-SIM plus an eSIM option, which is sadly absent on the other two.

2. Display Features

The display is critical, not only for media consumption but also for outdoor visibility, especially on Sunny days.

• Starting with the OPPO Reno 13, it uses a 6.59‑inch AMOLED panel with a resolution of 1256 × 2760 pixels, producing approximately 460 PPI and a refresh rate of 120Hz. It offers HDR10+ support and a peak brightness of 1200 nits. The panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, adding to its durability.
• The V50 from Vivo features a slightly larger 6.77‑inch AMOLED display, though its resolution is 1080 × 2392 pixels,, outputting around 388 PPI. But despite the lower pixel density, it compensates with impressive brightness figures of up to 1300 nits in high‐brightness mode and a peak of 4500 nits for outdoor visibility. It also includes an always‑on display and is protected by Diamond Shield Glass.
• The Camon 40 Premier, on the other hand, offers a 6.67‑inch LTPO AMOLED display featuring a higher refresh rate of 144Hz and a resolution of 1260 × 2800 pixels, touching about 460 PPI. It also supports HDR and a high brightness level of 1600 nits (in HBM mode), brighter than the Reno 13, but still behind the brightness level on the V50.

No straight win for any of the devices here. Each panel has its strengths and weaknesses: the Reno 13 and Camon 40 Premier deliver crisper imagery with their higher pixel densities, while the Vivo V50 shines when battling strong sunlight outdoors.

3. Performance and Software

I will subdivide this section into chipset and GPU, available storage options, and their software prowess.

Chipset & CPU:

• Both the OPPO Reno 13 and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier are powered by the Dimensity 8350 which is a 4nm architecture, manufactured by MediaTek. This offers an octa‑core setup that includes a prime cluster clocked at 3.35GHz and additional clusters reaching 3.20GHz on Cortex‑A715 cores, with efficiency cores at 2.20GHz.
• By contrast, the Vivo V50 uses the Qualcomm SM7550‑AB, also known as Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (same 4nm). This is also an 8-core CPU, but it comes with a more modest peak CPU clocked at 2.63GHz, which may affect peak performance in demanding tasks.

While both chipset families are highly capable, the slightly higher clock speeds in the MediaTek setups suggest that the Reno 13 and Camon 40 Premier might edge out in raw computing performance, with the Vivo’s Snapdragon offering potential benefits in graphics efficiency thanks to its highly rated Adreno 720 GPU.

Memory and Storage:

• On the memory section, the Reno 13 comes with a range of options: from 128GB up to 1TB storage, with various RAM configurations (8GB, 12GB, or 16GB), though not all storage options are sold in Nigeria. The memory is based on the UFS 3.1 storage for quick data access.
• The Vivo V50 is offered in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB variants, paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM, though its UFS 2.2 storage may be slower compared to its competitors.
• The Tecno Camon 40 Premier comes in a fixed configuration of 256GB of storage paired with 12GB of RAM, but it makes up for it with UFS 4.x technology, delivering faster read/write speeds than it OPPO and Vivo counterparts.

Software:
On the software wing, all devices run on Android 15. However, the custom skins differs:

• OPPO Reno 13 runs ColorOS 15,
• Vivo V50 comes with Funtouch 15, while
• Tecno Camon 40 Premier uses HIOS 15.

Interestingly, all three brands are promising up to 3 years of major Android updates, so you will be getting guaranteed Android updates up to Google Android 18.

4. Camera Capabilities

For ease of comprehension, I am also breaking the camera comparison into sections, starting from the rear setups, moving on to the front, then their video recording capabilities.

Rear Camera Systems:

• The Reno 13 employs a triple‑camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor featuring f/1.8 aperture, 26mm wide with PDAF and OIS, complemented by an 8MP ultrawide having f/2.2 aperture, 15mm wide with AF, and a third 2MP depth sensor. This combination is designed to deliver quality photography across different scenarios, from everyday snapshots to portrait shots with a pleasing bokeh effect.
• Vivo V50 leverages dual 50MP sensors: one for wide-angle with f/1.9, 23mm with PDAF and OIS, and one for ultrawide using f/2.0 aperture, 15mm sensor size. As an advantage, the V50 brings Vivo’s partnership with Zeiss (reserved only for the company’s premium models like the X100/200 series) to the midrange market. OPPO also partners with Hasselblad for it premium models like the OPPO Find X8 Pro and Ultra, but that did not make it to the Reno 13.
• The Tecno Camon 40 Premier, on the other hand, stands out with a versatile triple‑camera array featuring a 50MP primary with f/1.9, 23mm wide; a dedicated 50MP periscope telephoto with f/2.2 aperture and offering a 3× optical zoom; and a third 50MP ultrawide with f/2.2 aperture and 14mm wide. For those who love playing with sensor, the Camon 40 Premier might have the flexibility you need.

Front Camera:

All three devices incorporate a 50MP selfie camera with slight variations in aperture and focal length. The Vivo V50 further emphasizes its self‑portrait capabilities with Zeiss optics, which may translate to more natural skin tones and better performance in challenging lighting conditions.

Video Recording Capability:

• The OPPO Reno 13 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier both support 4K recording at up to 60fps, offering options for high‑resolution videography with gyro‑EIS stabilization. This is made possible, particularly due to the presence of a stronger CPU.
• The Vivo V50, on the other hand, records 4K at 30fps, which is sufficient for casual video recording but might fall short for those prioritizing ultra‑smooth cinematic footage.

Note: If you are buying any of these phones chiefly for their camera capability, I will recommend you read full reviews, or watch unboxing videos on YouTube to better decides which of the phones performs better in real life usage.

5. Battery Life & Charging Technology

So let’s divide this section also into two: battery capacity and available charging options.

Battery Capacity:

• The Reno 13 houses a Si/C 5600mAh battery.
• Vivo V50 employs a larger 6000mAh Si/C battery, potentially offering longer endurance under similar usage patterns.
• The Camon 40 Premier comes with a slightly smaller 5100mAh Si/C Li‑Ion battery, that is not all yet.

Charging Options:

• The Reno 13 offers an 80W wired charging solution along with support for reverse wired charging, a feature that might come in handy if you need to charge accessories or share power with other devices.
• The Vivo V50 charges the fastest of the trio (at 90W), and it comes with Reverse charging support too.
• As for the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, you are getting a 70W fast charging, but there is no mention of support for Reverse charging.

Given Nigeria’s dynamic power conditions, a larger battery that charges fast would surely appeal to users the more. So the V50 from Vivo crushed this section hands down.

6. Connectivity and Additional Features

• Networks: All models support a wide array of connectivity options, including 5G. The Reno 13 even lists CDMA support, although the everyday impact in Nigeria is minimal.
• Wireless Features: They all offer Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 dual‑band) and Bluetooth 5.4, though the Reno 13 also highlights support for high‑quality codecs like aptX HD and LHDC 5 for superior audio streaming.
• Positioning: While the Reno 13 and Vivo V50 come with multiple satellite systems (e.g., GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS—and Vivo even adds NavIC), the Camon 40 Premier relies solely on GPS, which might be sufficient for most users.
• Extras:
• NFC: All devices support NFC (with Vivo’s implementation being market‑dependent).
• Infrared: Both the OPPO Reno 13 and Tecno Camon 40 Premier include an infrared port for remote‑control functionalities, a feature absent on the Vivo V50.
• Audio and Sensors: All models sport stereo speakers and under‑display optical fingerprint sensors, though the Camon 40 Premier touts support for 24‑bit/192kHz Hi‑Res audio and an FM radio, adding further versatility.

7. Which Should You Choose?

If you’re after a handset with a refined form factor, superior build materials, and top‑notch charging, both in terms of speed and versatility, the OPPO Reno 13 is a compelling option. Its robust performance, higher‑resolution display, and premium design justify the higher price tag.

The Vivo V50 offers a larger display with astonishing peak brightness, making it ideal for outdoor and bright‑light usage. Although its chipset clocks are slightly lower and its storage uses an older UFS standard, it makes up for all of those with a larger battery and faster charging speed at 90W.

The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is impressive for its price. It not only features a versatile camera system, including a periscope telephoto lens for optical zoom, but also sports a 144Hz LTPO AMOLED display and ultra‑fast UFS 4.x storage. For users who appreciate photographic flexibility and smoother animations without breaking the bank, this model is hard to overlook.

Recommendation

Each of these devices brings its own set of strengths to the table. Your ideal choice will depend on whether you prioritize premium build quality (Reno 13), display brilliance, larger battery and faster charging speed (Vivo V50), or a feature‑rich photography experience combined with a high‑refresh display at a lower cost (Tecno Camon 40 Premier). So consider your daily usage; be it multimedia consumption, photography, gaming, or multitasking, then let these technical differences guide your decision.

Moreover, don’t forget to look into real‑world battery endurance tests and reviews of camera performance under various lighting conditions to fully match your lifestyle and needs.