Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3980)57.3
Performance(#4358)60.3
Camera(#4024)42.4
Display(#4160)70.5
Battery(#6591)43.5
Build(#304)79.8
Comparisons Featuring TCL 205
Short Review
- The TCL 205 features a plastic frame and back with a glass front, measuring 159.2 x 75.2 x 8.7 mm and weighing 170.3g, available in Power Gray and Atlantic Blue.
- Its 6.22-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1520 pixels, providing decent clarity at around 270 ppi, but lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset with an octa-core CPU, it includes 2GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, delivering basic performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera setup includes a 13 MP main sensor and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 4000mAh battery provides adequate longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 11 (Go edition) with TCL UI, the software is optimized for lower-end hardware.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is equipped with a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the TCL 205 is a basic smartphone that meets essential needs without advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, October 08
Announced2021, October 08
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.22"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1520 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~270 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUIMG8322
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.2, (wide) 1/3.06", 1.12µm, AF2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) 1/5.0", 1.12µm
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions159.2 x 75.2 x 8.7 mm (6.27 x 2.96 x 0.34 in)
Weight170.3 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPower Gray, Atlantic Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 11 (Go edition), TCL UI
OS VersionAndroid 11 (Go edition), TCL UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes