Payment Methods
1. Lipa Na M-PESA
Paybill No.: 5450522
Account No.: M
2. Cash on delivery
3. Cash on collection
Tecno T316 | 2.0-inch Screen | 2000mAh Large Battery | FM Loud Speaker | Dual SIM
Long-lasting talk and room-filling music for traders, riders and families who count every shilling.
Condition: New
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
Tecno T316 is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 2,450, with a 2.0-inch screen, a 2000mAh large battery and an FM loud speaker. It comes brand new and sealed in a blue-grey body with a dual-camera-style rear design and a 12-month warranty. Tecno built the Tecno T316 around two things buyers of basic phones ask us about most often: how long the battery holds out and how loud the radio plays. The box ships with a charger and a removable battery. See it at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, where you can switch on the radio and hear the speaker before paying.
Designed for market traders, kiosk owners and shop attendants, the Tecno T316 handles long days far from a socket. A trader at Gikomba or Marikiti opens at dawn and closes after dark, and a smartphone rarely survives that stretch on one charge. The 2000mAh battery in the Tecno T316 is sized for exactly that kind of day, and the loud speaker plays FM news, music or a football commentary across a stall without earbuds. The 2.0-inch screen also gives older eyes a little more room to read names and messages.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops push cheaper unbranded keypad phones, Mascom International sells the Tecno T316 sealed, with a receipt and a warranty you can claim at our counter. At Mascom International, we're seeing traders and boda boda riders choose a big-battery keypad phone as their M-Pesa line, while their smartphone handles WhatsApp. When KPLC power drops for an evening in Kayole or Kisumu, that second phone keeps calls and payments going. Visit us, or order on WhatsApp and pay when the Tecno T316 reaches you.
Common Questions About the Tecno T316
How much does the Tecno T316 cost in Kenya?
The Tecno T316 costs KSh 2,450 brand new and sealed at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price covers the handset, battery, charger and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects, with pay-on-arrival delivery across Kenya. It sits KSh 250 above the Tecno T303 at KSh 2,200 and KSh 50 above the three-SIM Tecno T354 at KSh 2,400. The extra money over the Tecno T303 buys the 2000mAh battery and FM loud speaker.
How loud is the FM speaker on the Tecno T316?
The Tecno T316 is sold with an FM loud speaker, so radio plays out loud through the phone rather than only through earphones. That suits a stall, a kitchen or a security post where a small group listens together. Mascom International does not publish a volume figure for this speaker. Many keypad radios still need wired earphones plugged in as the aerial, so ask our staff to show you how this unit picks up stations before you buy.
Is the 2000mAh battery on the Tecno T316 enough for a full market day?
A 2000mAh battery is large for a keypad phone, and the Tecno T316 is built to last long trading days between charges. Keypad phones run no background apps and power a small screen, so they use far less energy than smartphones. Heavy radio listening will drain it faster than calls alone. Tecno's exact talk-time and standby hours are not listed in the details we hold, so charge it fully overnight when power is available.
Should I buy the Tecno T316 or the Tecno T354?
Buy the Tecno T316 for a loud FM speaker and 2.0-inch screen, and the Tecno T354 if you need three SIM cards in one phone. The Tecno T354 costs KSh 2,400 at Mascom International, KSh 50 less, and also carries a big battery. Agents and traders who run Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom lines together should pick the Tecno T354. Buyers who want radio for the stall or the home on two lines should pick the Tecno T316.
Can the Tecno T316 handle long days without power in Kenya?
The Tecno T316 suits Kenyan conditions where power is unreliable, thanks to its 2000mAh large battery and low-power keypad design. It works with Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom SIM cards for calls, SMS and USSD services, so M-Pesa via *334# keeps working through a KPLC outage. Keep it in a pocket or pouch away from rain and market dust, since we hold no water or dust rating for this handset. The charger in the box tops it up overnight.
Is the 2.0-inch screen on the Tecno T316 easy to read?
The 2.0-inch screen on the Tecno T316 is slightly larger than the 1.8-inch screen on the Nokia 105, giving names and numbers a bit more room. That small step helps older users and anyone reading a message in bright sunlight at a bus stage. The screen sits above physical keys, so dialling never depends on touch accuracy. For far larger text and photos, a smartphone such as the Itel A100c at KSh 8,300 is the next step up.
Does the Tecno T316 have two rear cameras?
The Tecno T316 has a dual-camera-style rear design, which is a styling feature rather than a promise of two working cameras. The box highlights the look, not a camera specification. Ask Mascom International to demonstrate the camera function on the actual unit before you pay. If a confirmed camera with flash matters most, the Tecno T102 at KSh 2,050 is the batch pick. The Tecno T316 is bought mainly for its battery, speaker and screen.
Who should buy the Tecno T316 and who should skip it?
The Tecno T316 is right for traders, watchmen, farmers and households who want long battery life and a loud radio speaker in a dual SIM keypad phone. It also makes a good spare M-Pesa line. Skip it if you need three active lines, where the Tecno T354 fits better. Skip it as well if you need WhatsApp or online banking, because the Itel A90 128GB 4GB at KSh 10,300 handles those apps.
Technical Specifications
Display
- 2.0-inch screen, a little larger than the 1.8-inch panels on many entry keypad phones, for easier reading.
- Physical keypad below the screen, so every call and message is dialled with real buttons, not taps.
- Shows signal, battery level and time on the home screen, checked in a single glance.
- No touch layer to crack or misread, so a drop or a wet finger does not stop the phone working.
- Menus use simple text and icons that first-time and older users learn quickly.
- The extra screen room helps when reading long payment messages or scrolling a crowded phonebook.
Processor and Software
- Runs a lightweight keypad operating system centred on calls, SMS, contacts, radio and USSD menus.
- No app store, accounts or forced updates, so the phone behaves the same month after month.
- A small, fixed set of features keeps the menus short, so there is less to learn and less to go wrong.
- Shortcut keys reach the radio, messages and phonebook in a couple of presses.
- Chipset details are not published for this model; it is designed for basic phone tasks, not apps.
Memory and Storage
- Phonebook saves contacts to the handset or the SIM card; SIM contacts move to any future phone.
- SMS inbox keeps text messages and payment confirmations so you can check a transaction later.
- Call log tracks missed, received and dialled calls, useful for calling back customers after a busy hour.
- No apps or caches to fill the built-in memory, so storage does not run out over time.
- Memory card support is not confirmed for this unit; ask us on WhatsApp if you plan to store music.
Radio, Speaker and Rear Design
- FM radio with a loud speaker plays stations out loud for a stall, kitchen or guard post.
- Radio needs no data bundle or airtime, so listening costs nothing beyond charging the phone.
- Wired earphones may be required as the aerial on keypad radios; our staff will demonstrate reception in store.
- Blue-grey body with a dual-camera-style rear panel gives a cleaner look than basic black keypad phones.
- Camera function is best confirmed on the unit itself; ask for a demonstration before paying.
Battery and Charging
- 2000mAh large battery, a big capacity for a keypad phone, built for long days away from a socket.
- Low-power screen and no background apps help that capacity stretch further between charges.
- Radio playback through the loud speaker draws more power than calls, so heavy listeners should charge nightly.
- Charger included in the box, ready to use out of the packaging, so there is nothing extra to buy on day one.
- Battery ships in the box and fits into the back of the phone before first use, so a worn battery can be replaced later.
Connectivity
- Dual SIM slots hold two lines, such as Safaricom alongside Airtel or Telkom.
- Calls and SMS run on GSM networks nationwide with no internet bundle needed.
- USSD services such as *334# for M-Pesa and *100# for Safaricom menus run straight from the keypad.
- Built for calls, texts, radio and USSD rather than WhatsApp, browsing or app downloads.
- Unlocked handset takes a SIM from any local network as soon as it is inserted.
- Both lines stay reachable at once, so customers can call your business number while family uses your personal one.
Package Contents
Your Tecno T316 arrives sealed in its original Tecno box, the same box that lists the 2.0-inch screen, 2000mAh battery and FM loud speaker on the front. Inside:
- Tecno T316 handset
- Battery
- Charger
Fit the battery, insert your SIM cards and charge fully before first use. In store, we open the box with you and test calls and the radio speaker at the counter.
Warranty
The Tecno T316 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled at our service desk in Nairobi CBD; bring the phone and receipt and our team will assess the fault.
Where to Buy the Tecno T316 in Kenya
Find the Tecno T316 at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We trade Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Drop in to hear the loud speaker, try the keys and check the 2.0-inch screen in your own hand. The unit in stock is blue-grey.
For orders and questions, use any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Outside the city? Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, while Nakuru, Kisumu, Mombasa and Bungoma get theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every Tecno T316 is backed by the 12-month warranty above. We stand by honest specifications, straight pricing and after-sales support from a real shop you can walk into.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
SOCIAL MEDIA