Overall Score
61.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#2152)61.7
Performance(#1512)68.5
Camera(#4014)42.4
Display(#2455)75.5
Battery(#3230)51.0
Build(#1222)77.8
Comparisons Featuring TCL 20 R 5G
Short Review
- The TCL 20 R 5G features a plastic frame and back with a glass front, measuring 164.3 x 75 x 9 mm and weighing 186 grams.
- Its 6.52-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels and a 90Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at a peak brightness of 500 nits.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 700 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 GPU, ensuring decent performance for everyday tasks.
- The camera setup consists of a 13 MP main sensor and two additional 2 MP sensors for depth and macro photography, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while an 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
- The 4500 mAh battery supports 10W charging, providing sufficient power for daily use without wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 11 with TCL UI, the software experience is straightforward and user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and a USB Type-C port.
- The phone is available in gray and blue colors, but lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the TCL 20 R 5G offers a balanced combination of features suitable for general use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, September 07
Announced2021, September 07
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.52"
TypeIPS LCD, 90Hz, 500 nits (peak)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate90Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G57 MC2
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide) 1/3.0", 1.12µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide) 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4500 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions164.3 x 75 x 9 mm (6.47 x 2.95 x 0.35 in)
Weight186 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat13 400/100 Mbps, 5G 2.7 Gbps DL
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11, TCL UI
OS VersionAndroid 11, TCL UI
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes