Overall Score
60.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#2702)60.2
Performance(#2221)64.8
Camera(#2333)44.9
Display(#4161)70.5
Battery(#3240)51.0
Build(#1233)77.8
Comparisons Featuring TCL 20L
Short Review
- The TCL 20L features a sleek design with a glass front and plastic back, measuring 166.2 x 76.9 x 9.1 mm and weighing 199 grams.
- Its 6.67-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, providing vibrant visuals at a density of approximately 395 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 chipset, it delivers reliable performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 48 MP main sensor, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and additional macro and depth sensors, capable of recording video at 1080p.
- A 16 MP front camera supports selfies, ensuring decent image quality.
- The 5000 mAh battery offers substantial longevity, with 18W wired charging but no wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 11 with TCL UI, the software experience is user-friendly.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The device is available in Eclipse Black and Luna Blue.
- Overall, the TCL 20L combines solid specifications with practical features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2021, April 14
Announced2021, April 14
DescriptionAlso known as TCL 20 Lite
Display
Size6.67"
TypeIPS LCD, 500 nits (peak)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM6115 Snapdragon 662 (11 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver)
GPUAdreno 610
Memory128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording1080p@30/60fps
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details18W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions166.2 x 76.9 x 9.1 mm (6.54 x 3.03 x 0.36 in)
Weight199 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsEclipse Black, Luna Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
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 (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes