{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/tecno-camon-19-vs-xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus/",
    "generated": "2026-08-09T19:19:41+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Tecno Camon 19 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 91 against 63 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, camera and battery & charging. The Tecno Camon 19 still wins on value for money, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Tecno Camon 19 is the cheaper of the two at PKR 44,999 against PKR 179,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Tecno Camon 19",
            "slug": "tecno-camon-19",
            "brand": "Tecno",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/tecno/tecno-camon-19/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-5-2026-08_45_16-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 44999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-08-05T03:54:22+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 37.8,
                "camera": 79,
                "battery": 62.8,
                "display": 87,
                "memory": 31.3,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 63.4
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "June 2022",
                    "Dimensions": "166.6 × 74.4 × 8.3 mm",
                    "Weight": "198 g",
                    "Water resistance": "None (No official IP certification for water or dust resistance)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.8 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1080 × 2460 pixels (FHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "IPS LCD, 60Hz",
                    "Protection": "Not officially specified"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2× Cortex-A75 @ 2.0GHz + 6× Cortex-A55 @ 1.8GHz)",
                    "GPU": "Mali-G52 MC2",
                    "Operating system": "Android 12 with HiOS 8.6"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "4GB / 6GB",
                    "Internal storage": "128GB",
                    "Card slot": "Dedicated microSDXC Slot"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "64 MP, f/1.7, Wide, PDAF (Main) 2 MP, f/2.4, Depth Sensor QVGA AI Lens Quad-LED Flash, HDR, Panorama, AI Scene Detection, Night Mode",
                    "Selfie camera": "16 MP, f/2.0 Dual-LED Flash, AI Beauty, HDR",
                    "Video recording": "1080p@30fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Li-Ion (non-removable) 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "18W Fast Charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM, Dual Standby",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.0",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Side-mounted Fingerprint Sensor Accelerometer Ambient Light Sensor Proximity Sensor",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 2.0, OTG"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus",
            "slug": "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus",
            "brand": "Redmi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/redmi/xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ChatGPT-Image-Jan-11-2026-11_20_45-AM-683x1024.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 179999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-01-11T06:46:34+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 95.1,
                "camera": 96,
                "battery": 92.5,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 40.6,
                "overall": 90.7
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Expected 2026",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 (dust-tight and water-resistant)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.83 in",
                    "Resolution": "1220 × 2772 px (approx.)",
                    "Panel type": "AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+",
                    "Protection": "Dragon Crystal"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2.8 GHz)",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 810",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 (expected)"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12 GB / 16 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "200 MP main + 13 MP ultra-wide + 2 MP telephoto/auxiliary",
                    "Selfie camera": "32 MP",
                    "Video recording": "Up to 4K @ 60fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion ~7500 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "90W wired fast charge + reverse charging"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Under-display fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus",
        "margin": 27.3,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-camon-19": 37.8,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus": 95.1
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-camon-19": 79,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus": 96
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-camon-19": 62.8,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus": 92.5
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-camon-19": 87,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-camon-19": 31.3,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "tecno-camon-19": 100,
                    "xiaomi-redmi-note-16-pro-plus": 40.6
                },
                "leader": "tecno-camon-19"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Tecno Camon 19 costs PKR 135,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus packs a 2,500 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus charges 72W faster.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus offers 10 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus ships with 896 GB more storage.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus has a 136 MP higher-resolution main sensor.",
        "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus uses an OLED panel while the other sticks with LCD."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Tecno Camon 19 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 27.3 points. It wins on performance, camera, battery & charging, display and memory & storage. Tecno Camon 19 can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Tecno Camon 19 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Tecno Camon 19 is listed at PKR 44,999 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus at PKR 179,999. That makes Tecno Camon 19 cheaper by PKR 135,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Tecno Camon 19 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus scores higher in our camera assessment. Tecno Camon 19 uses a 64 MP main sensor against 200 MP on Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Tecno Camon 19 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus leads on battery. Tecno Camon 19 carries a 5000 mAh cell and Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus a 7500 mAh cell, with 18W and 90W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Tecno Camon 19 or Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus is the stronger gaming phone here. Tecno Camon 19 runs the MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm) while Xiaomi Redmi Note 16 Pro Plus runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}