Tecno Pop 9 vs Lava Shark 2
30
Beebom Score
47
Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G50 | Unisoc T7250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.67", IPS LCD, 90Hz | 6.75", LCD, 120Hz | ||
| Camera | 13MP/8MP (Front) | 50MP/8MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 15W | 5000mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 3GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Multimedia, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Performance, Display, Battery, Gaming, Software, Design and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Glittery White, Lime Green, Startrail Black | Eclipse Grey, Aurora Gold | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | November 22, 2022 | October 25, 2025 | ||
| Availability | November 26, 2022 | November 13, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹6,499 | ₹6,999 |
Display
Winner:Lava Shark 2
| Type | IPS LCD | LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.75 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1612 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20.9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 263 ppi | 269 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ |
Body
Winner:Tie
| Weight | 188.5 grams | 200 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | Plastic Material | ||
| Port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | IP54 (Dust and Water Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Loudspeaker |
Processor
Winner:Tecno Pop 9
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Unisoc | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G50 | T7250 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Arm Mali-G57 MP1 |
Main Camera
Winner:Tecno Pop 9
| Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Features | Dual LED Flash, HDR | HDR, LED-Flash, Pro mode, Slow Motion, Timelapse | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android Go | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | HIOS | Lava Android | ||
| AI Features | ||||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Lava Shark 2
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | Face unlock, Fixed Focus, Screen flash | |||
| Video | Supported | 720p@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Type | Single |
Battery
Winner:Lava Shark 2
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Ion | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 15 W | 18 W |
Memory
Winner:Tecno Pop 9
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | |||
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Lava Shark 2
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.2 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS | GPS | ||
| NFC | - | |||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Infrared Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer |
