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TCL 30 SE#2583

Released: 2022, February 27

TCL 30 SE

Overall Score

60.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2583)60.5
Performance(#3156)62.5
Camera(#2541)44.3
Display(#4150)70.5
Battery(#2023)58.5
Build(#1226)77.8

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Short Review

  • The TCL 30 SE features a plastic frame and back with a glass front, measuring 165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm and weighing 190 grams, available in Atlantic Blue, Space Gray, and Glacial Blue.
  • Its 6.52-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels with a typical brightness of 450 nits, but lacks HDR support and has a 60Hz refresh rate.
  • Powered by the Mediatek MT6762G Helio G25 chipset, it includes an octa-core CPU and PowerVR GE8320 GPU, with options for 64GB or 128GB storage paired with 4GB RAM.
  • The camera system consists of a 50 MP main sensor, a 2 MP macro lens, and a 2 MP depth sensor, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera handles selfies.
  • The 5000 mAh battery supports 15W charging but does not offer wireless charging.
  • Running on Android 12 with TCL UI 4.0, it provides a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 2.0, though it does not support 5G.
  • The device lacks stereo speakers but retains a headphone jack for audio.
  • Overall, the TCL 30 SE is a functional smartphone with a solid build and decent performance for everyday tasks.

Specifications

General

Release Date2022, February 27
Announced2022, February 27
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6.52"
TypeIPS LCD, 450 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6762G Helio G25 (12 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUPowerVR GE8320
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera50 MP
Main Camera Details50 MP, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
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

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details15W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions165.2 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm (6.50 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
Weight190 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsAtlantic Blue, Space Gray, Glacial Blue
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 12, TCL UI 4.0
OS VersionAndroid 12, TCL UI 4.0

Security

Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes