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TCL 30 SE#2463

Released: 2022, February 27

TCL 30 SE

Overall Score

48.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2463)48.7
Performance(#3258)69.5
Camera(#5401)28.4
Display(#3006)70.6
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#2217)65.8
Connectivity(#2394)62.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring TCL 30 SE

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
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, f/1.9, 28mm (wide), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)2 MP, f/2.4, (depth)
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

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

Build & Safety

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
ColorsAtlantic Blue, Space Gray, Glacial Blue
Foldable
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 12, TCL UI 4.0
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass