JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – The Tecno Camon Slim launched globally on June 22, 2026. It brings a rare combo: a 6.39mm-thin body, a 5600mAh battery, and IP69 water resistance. Those two usually don’t go together.
For readers looking for a slim phone without giving up battery life, this one is worth a look. JournalArta breaks down the full review: design, display, performance, camera, battery, and the real drawbacks you should know before buying.
Design: 6.39mm thin, IP69 water resistance
Its dimensions are 162.8 x 77.7 x 6.39mm. Tecno has not disclosed the weight, but a body this thin should feel light in the hand.
This is the thinnest phone of 2026 to carry a 5600mAh battery. Compare that with the iPhone 16 Pro, which is 8.25mm thick but only packs a 3582mAh battery. The Camon Slim is 2mm thinner, yet its battery capacity is 55 percent larger.
The body uses a symmetrical 3D curved unibody design. The camera module follows the curve of the back panel, so it does not stick out awkwardly. The bold part: IP69 and IP68 certification. IP69 means it can handle high-pressure hot water spray. Thin phones usually stop at IP54. Handy for people who often get caught in rain or work around grease.
There are five color options. New Mondrian uses photochromic technology; under UV light, the back shifts into yellow, green, and cyan tones inspired by Mondrian-style art. Prism Black and Jungle Green come with a 3D crystal diamond pattern, Van Gogh Blue carries a Starry Night motif, and Burgundy Red keeps a solid premium look.
The camera island houses 354 mini LEDs, called Mood Light. There are 55 scenes, from notification animations to charging patterns, and users can even customize them into a blinking eye or smiley face. A gimmick? Sure. Still practical.
The trade-off for such a thin body is obvious: it is easier to bend if handled carelessly. A case is a must. The USB-C port sits in the center for balance.
Display and performance
The display measures 6.78 inches with AMOLED technology, 1224 x 2720 pixel resolution, or 1.5K, and about 440 ppi density. It also supports an adaptive 144Hz refresh rate. The selfie camera sits inside a small center punch-hole.
This screen sits in flagship territory. A 1.5K panel with 144Hz is usually found on phones in the 6 million to 8 million rupiah range. Scrolling Instagram and TikTok feels smooth, while 2K YouTube playback looks sharp. The bezels are slim. Tecno has not said which Gorilla Glass version it uses, but since the Spark 40 Pro uses GG7i, the Camon Slim may follow the same route.
Power comes from the MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate, built on a 6nm process, a refreshed version of the Helio G99/G100. It is paired with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB or 256GB UFS 2.2 storage, and up to 24GB virtual RAM. The software is Android 16 with HiOS 16.2 on top.
Geekbench results show a single-core score of 997 and a multi-core score of 2950, close to the Snapdragon 778G. For everyday use — WhatsApp, Instagram, YouTube, Shopee — it runs smoothly. Mobile Legends holds a stable 60fps at max settings. Genshin Impact lands around 30-40fps on medium. PUBG runs well on extreme settings. Heat? That is expected; a thin body leaves limited room for cooling.
HiOS 16.2 also adds practical AI tools such as AI Call Assistant, AI Writing, and Circle to Search. But keep this in mind: this is not a strong gaming chipset. If you want stable 60fps in Genshin, a Dimensity 7300 or 9300+ would be a better pick. The G200 is tuned for efficiency so the 5600mAh battery can last longer.
Camera: only one rear lens
The rear setup is simple: one 50MP Sony LYTIA 600 sensor with a 1/2-inch size, f/1.6 aperture, and a flicker sensor. There is no ultrawide lens and no macro camera. Just one lens, with Tecno calling the concept “FlashSnap” and “practical AI.”
Daylight shots look detailed, with decent dynamic range and natural color. The 50MP resolution still allows a 2x crop that stays fairly sharp. At night, it relies on Super Night AI mode; noise is under control, but detail does not match a flagship 50MP sensor with a 1/1.56-inch size. Video tops out at 2K 30fps with EIS stabilization. The front camera is 32MP.
The biggest weakness is clear: only one rear camera. There is no ultrawide for group photos or landscapes. For ultrawide fans, that is a serious miss.
Battery and charging
The rated battery capacity is 5600mAh, and Tecno claims it should last up to five years with minimal degradation. Charging support reaches 60W Ultra Charge, and the U600TSA charger is included in the box. From 0 to 50 percent takes around 25 minutes, while a full charge takes about 55 minutes.
The extras are solid: dual speakers with Dolby Atmos, NFC, an IR blaster, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. Packing a 5600mAh battery into a 6.39mm body is serious engineering work. In normal use, it can last about 1.5 days. For gaming, screen-on time reaches around 5-6 hours.
The missing piece is wireless charging. That is noticeable, especially since the Spark 40 Pro+ at around Rp2.9 million already offers 30W wireless charging. Tecno likely sacrificed it to keep the body this thin.
Verdict: who is it for?
The Tecno Camon Slim is not a phone that does everything. It is a statement device: thin, stylish, and packed with a big battery. It suits users who want something different from the usual lineup, with a 1.5K 144Hz display and long battery life, as long as they do not insist on an ultrawide camera.
It is less ideal for hardcore mobile gamers, content creators who need ultrawide shots, or users who care about wireless charging. Another drawback is the UFS 2.2 storage, not UFS 3.1.
As for price, the global version has not been announced yet. In India, rumors point to ₹22,999, or around Rp4.4 million, but it is still listed as “Coming Soon.” Wait for Tecno Indonesia’s official pricing. Our review score: 8 out of 10, with the chipset and camera as the main weak points, and design, battery, and display as the strengths.
FAQ Tecno Camon Slim
How thin is it? 6.39mm, with IP69 and IP68 certification.
How big is the battery? 5600mAh, with 60W charging.
Does it have an ultrawide camera? No. It has only one 50MP rear camera.
What chipset does it use? MediaTek Helio G200 Ultimate.
When will it arrive in Indonesia? Tecno Indonesia has not announced official pricing or release timing yet.
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